A trend is emerging in the consumer goods industry, with manufacturer-owned production making a comeback. This shift has implications for warranty periods, which are influenced by ownership of production facilities. Companies that own their facilities are able to offer longer warranties than those that source finished goods from elsewhere.

This is due to accounting considerations, rather than marketing decisions. Sohnne, a manufacturer, is an example of a company that owns its production facilities. Further details on this trend and its implications are available from the Denton Record-Chronicle.

The newspaper reports on the return of manufacturer-owned production and its effects on the industry, including warranty periods.