The ever-increasing demand for components adds ongoing pressure to the electronic supply chain. Accepting electronic supply chain disruptions as a long-term trend brings up big questions about the health of your strategies. The vast reach of the Internet of Things is...
Market pressures force daily decisions with major tradeoffs in the world of electronic components purchasing. These decisions are impacted by the unique biases of the buyer. Lifetime buy events raise the stakes and bring biases into greater focus. Balanced supply...
Electronic components supply forecasting is a true balancing act that, when done right, can lead to cost reduction, timely order fulfillment, and satisfied customers. Consider these areas when planning ahead for supply and demand of electronic parts. Electronic...
Can your electronics inventory sustain the impact of unexpected events? Here are 3 inventory management strategies to mitigate the threat of shortages The global scope of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the electronics industry makes them particularly...
You may consider inventory postponement an unavoidable evil more than a preferred supply chain strategy. With the right distribution partner, though, postponement and late-stage differentiation provide clear benefits and opportunities. “Better late than never” isn’t a...
