I think the best method early game is quality modules in primary producers, like mining and smelting, and siphon them off for specialized factories of specific products, like personal robots or tanks.
Quality module 2s should make multi-quality factories more worth it.
I’ve done some artisanal stuff. Create a few blue quality iron, steel, and copper plates and then use those to build out some nicer weapons.
I think the best method early game is quality modules in primary producers, like mining and smelting, and siphon them off for specialized factories of specific products, like personal robots or tanks.
Quality module 2s should make multi-quality factories more worth it.