Tempo Automation is a digital contract manufacturer specializing in rapid prototyping and low-volume production of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA). Headquartered in San Francisco with a manufacturing facility in Chandler, Arizona, the company leverages an integrated software platform to automate quoting, process engineering, production and quality assurance. By combining automated machinery, in-house inspection systems and real-time data analytics, Tempo streamlines the end-to-end electronics manufacturing workflow for engineering teams.
The core offering centers on an online portal that provides instant design-for-manufacturability feedback, transparent lead-time estimates and detailed cost breakdowns. Customers can upload CAD and Gerber files for turnkey assembly services, including component sourcing, surface-mount and through-hole placement, reflow soldering, conformal coating and functional testing. Turnkey prototypes are typically delivered within 24–48 hours, while low-volume production runs can be completed in just a few days.
Tempo serves a broad range of industries, including aerospace and defense, medical devices, telecommunications, automotive electronics and industrial automation. Its platform is designed to support both early-stage startups speeding up development cycles and established original equipment manufacturers that require flexible capacity without long-term capital investment. By providing an on-demand manufacturing model, the company helps customers accelerate design iterations and reduce time to market.
Founded in 2015, Tempo Automation has secured venture backing from leading technology investors and completed a public listing in 2021. The company is led by a management team with deep expertise in electronics engineering, software development and supply-chain operations. As product complexity and demand for rapid electronics delivery continue to grow, Tempo aims to expand its digital manufacturing footprint and introduce new automation capabilities to further shorten production cycles.
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