Hello,

We're looking for information on how to assembly GSM phones.  We need
information on the  process, the machines/equipments and tools needed,
where to source for components (such as housing, keypads, frame,
motherboards, etc.), manuals, etc.

Basically, we need information that will enable us sources components
and assemble gsm phones.

Thanks.

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Request for Question Clarification by jbf777-ga on 10 Aug 2004 11:22 PDT

Hello -

Would an answer consisting of the name and contact details of a
consultant who could assist you in this suffice?

jbf777

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Clarification of Question by digitaldynamix-ga on 12 Aug 2004 06:46 PDT

Hello,

We're looking for online resources to aid to this.  As for the
consultant, I think that will not help us very much since we may
decide not to go with the  consultant (maybe due to exorbitant fees)
and we're back to square one.

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Request for Question Clarification by jbf777-ga on 12 Aug 2004 08:49 PDT

I don't think you'll find this type of thing online.  This takes
expert understanding in a few different areas.  Companies are not
going to disclose their private manufacturing techniques and
resources.

jbf777

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Clarification of Question by digitaldynamix-ga on 19 Aug 2004 06:52 PDT

Hi jbf777-ga, sorry for not getting back to you quicker.  Yes, an
answer providing a consultant and contact details that will help in
this will do.  Just ensure that such consultant is an industry insider
or expect.

Thanks.



Anthony.

Hello Anthony -

Thank you for your question.  If you require any clarification, please
don't hesitate to ask.

I've located a consultancy named Drucker Associates, and spoke with
owner Elliott Drucker on the phone to confirm his company's ability to
handle this task.  They can be contacted at:

Drucker Associates
12124 NE 144th St.
Kirkland, Washington 98034-4516
Telephone: (425) 820-3411
FAX: (425) 820-3411

From their website:

http://www.drucker-associates.com/

"Elliott Drucker has over 23 years of experience in the wireless
industry, beginning in 1979 when, as an R&D engineering manager, he
participated in the development of test mobile equipment used in the
famous AT&T ?AMPS? cellular trial system in Chicago.  For many years,
Elliott was Director of Research for US West NewVector, the cellular
operating arm of the ?Baby Bell?.  In that role, he was instrumental
in the launch of some of the first commercial cellular systems in the
United States.  Later, he was deeply involved in development and
analysis of air-interface standards for second generation digital
wireless technologies.  Elliott was a pioneer in the development of a
number of key technologies used in wireless network design, including
repeaters and microcells, hierarchical cell architectures, and the use
of interference matrices for frequency planning.  These innovations
resulted in several patents.
Since founding Drucker Associates, Elliott has remained one the of
industry?s most respected experts in wireless network technology"

"Cellular, PCS, and other wireless services provide outstanding
opportunities for new product and service development.  However,
optimal product definition and technology selection are crucial to the
success of such developments.  Drucker Associates can provide the
systems and product design expertise and experience needed to guide
your strategy for entering and prospering in the explosive wireless
telecommunications markets.  Besides leading edge technical expertise,
we have an intimate understanding of how the industry operates, and
who the key "players" are.  We can thus assist in defining the current
and future markets for your new product concepts."


Search strategy:
  cell phone association
  wireless phone magazine
  (made contacts)

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Clarification of Answer by jbf777-ga on 19 Aug 2004 14:40 PDT

Here are two additional companies that can possibly help in similar capacities:

Flextronics
http://www.flextronics.com/

Three Five Systems
http://www.threefive.com/