C & M believes that the process of producing stampings begins with the die design. All key features of the stamping must be understood, from the customers’ viewpoint; how is this component used? Once it is understood, a decision can be made on the appropriate tooling process. How many pieces are needed? What features are important? Can it be produced as drawn? A thorough discussion must be performed to express the key dimensions and expectations, from the customers’ point of view. Shared responsibility for the success of end product, begins with at initial review.