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From: Arild Jensen (no email)
Date: Tue Jul 01 2003 - 13:01:53 EDT
Ray wrote"
I have to take issue with your assessment of the "conventional manufacturer"
having a negative incentive to produce products that outlast the warranty
period. This is just plain and simple old style thinking! Enlightened
companies recognize . . . < Big snip>
Of course there are exceptions - from the reports on this list, RayMarine seems
to be
struggling with a number of them. But unless they are corrected fairly
quickly RayMarine may not be a player in future. <<<<< snip>>>>>>>
Manufacturers can either accept this challenge and embrace the opportunity
to deliver or over time they will be replaced by other manufacturers who do.
As long as we avoid monopolistic practices, the consumer will continue to
benefit from this process.
REPLY
While I agree quality has improved in some consumer product sectors; which
marine product manufacturers fit into the "enlightened" category?
Especially the marine electrical category.
Right now the only technological innovations being implemented in the boat
building industry seems to be driven more by ecological concerns.
Engines are going electronic to reduce emissions, fiberglass hulls are being
formed in closed molds to reduce emissions of styrene etc.
The benefits of this to the consumer only becomes apparent after the fact. It is
not the main driving force.
Regards
Arild
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