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Atlanta, GA-based MFG.com has Appointed Jean-Francois Blachon as Chief Technology Officer
About the Company
MFG.com is the largest global online marketplace for the manufacturing community. MFG.com connects buyers and suppliers of manufactured products, including custom parts, standard parts and textiles, from around the world in a collaborative, real-time manufacturing marketplace. For buyers and engineers, MFG.com is a one-stop sourcing solution for manufacturers who are looking to source more efficiently and cost effectively. Buyers and engineers who submit request for quotes (RFQ) via the MFG.com marketplace are automatically matched with MFG.com’s global network of suppliers based on a buyer’s requirements and a supplier’s capability and capacity. Whether an organization is looking for a single standard part or thousands of build-to-order components, MFG.com is a one-stop sourcing solution for manufacturers who need to save time and money. By consolidating the once-fragmented world of manufacturing into an efficient marketplace, MFG.com has enabled buyers and engineers to source their products to suppliers around the world bringing their products to market more quickly, easily and inexpensively at higher quality levels.
About the Person
As CTO for MFG.com, Jean-François Blachon is responsible for product strategy, architecture and implementation to enhance online presence and overall user experience. Prior to joining MFG.com, Jean-François worked in the CAD and ERP area for many years. He used that knowledge to create SourcingParts.com, the enterprise supplier management and cloud-based eSourcing platform that was sold to MFG.com in 2006, now known as LiveSource. In addition to creating LiveSource, Jean-François also took part in the successful development of LeShop.ch, iTaste.com, youfinity.com, Lunajets.com and RampUpIT.com. He had an integral role in creating and implementing RampUpIT.com, the digital agency that assists companies with the transformation of their digital presence. Jean-François brings a passion for providing an exceptional branded experience to the user with a background in digital marketing, change management, and technology innovation.
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