The semiconductor industry has always been cyclical. Demand rises while supply catches up. Then, prices normalize. Procurement teams learned to ride those waves for decades. That playbook is now broken. In a recent Procurement Pro webinar, “How to Future-Proof...
As distributors enter 2026, the electronics supply chain is navigating a landscape defined by normalization, lingering volatility, and evolving regional and trade dynamics. As part of the Distributors Outlook 2026 published by Supply Chain Connect, industry leaders...
Resilience has become one of the most frequently used and most misunderstood terms in supply chain strategy. As organizations plan for the year ahead, supply chain resilience in 2026 is less about reacting to disruption and more about embedding adaptability into every...
As 2026 approaches, the electronics supply chain sits at an unusual crossroads. After several years defined by extreme disruption, rapid correction, and uneven recovery, conditions are stabilizing, but stability should not be mistaken for predictability. The...
The first half of 2025 revealed a sharp contrast in the semiconductor market. While demand for AI-related chips surged, traditional sectors—including automotive, industrial, and legacy electronics—faced ongoing inventory challenges and slower purchasing cycles. Major...
In an era defined by trade disputes and evolving tariff regulations, procurement professionals in the electronics sector are facing unprecedented challenges. One indispensable tool for overcoming these hurdles is traceability—a critical capability for ensuring...