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# OEM

> Excess disposition, shortage management, and procurement cost reductions workflows for Original Equipment Manufacturers.

## Overview

Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) face unique challenges in managing material costs and excess inventory across multiple product lines and manufacturing sites. Seminode provides structured workflows for OEMs to:

* Centralize and standardize partner engagement and quoting
* Recover value from excess materials
* Manage shortage mitigation and communication
* Drive procurement cost reductions through competitive quoting
* Leverage artificial intelligence in your supply chain

<Note>These workflows are currently in beta and being reviewed by supply chain experts at the world's top OEMs.</Note>

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## Expected Outcomes

* **Faster Excess Recovery:** Standardized processes reduce time-to-sale for excess inventory.
* **Measurable PPV Improvement:** Structured comparison highlights genuine cost savings opportunities.
* **Better Supplier Coverage:** Automated notifications ensure all suppliers are engaged.
* **Cross-Site Coordination:** Centralized platform aligns procurement across sites.
* **Audit-Ready Documentation:** Full trail supports compliance and reporting.