The electronics supply chain faces more challenges than usual, so companies are reassessing all aspects of their business to maintain resilience. Supply chain partners can reduce these difficulties through strategic planning. Here are some of the most pressing challenges, and some remedies. The Covid-19 pandemic As the world grappled with the Covid-19 pandemic, the electronics…
The combined challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and the United States-China trade war have created somewhat of a perfect storm for electronics procurement specialists. As a supply shortage abounds, they must think ahead and respond promptly to avoid the worst effects. The trade war causes numerous knock-on effects The trade war between the United States…
Overall equipment effectiveness is a concept you’ve likely run into before. How can you make the most of it? Here’s a quick guide to OEE-based quality assurance in the electronics manufacturing industry. How to calculate overall equipment effectiveness You need three data points to help you calculate the OEE score for a particular piece of…
As an electronics sourcing specialist, your goal is undoubtedly to receive the best results from your suppliers. Purchasing electronics and electrical systems brings challenges, but these tips could improve your outcomes. Vet your electronics manufacturing services partners carefully An electronics manufacturing services (EMS) partner handles aspects related to the design, testing and building of electronics…
Electronics manufacturers need properly ventilated plants — otherwise, they risk decreased manufacturing effectiveness and product quality and can even expose their workers to harmful particulate matter. Fortunately, there are ways to make sure that an electronics manufacturing plant has the proper ventilation, as well as methods that plant managers can use to improve this ventilation…
As you probably know, the multichannel supply chain is a direct response to the internet’s rise as the center of our commercial lives — and the wealth of options it provides consumers today. However, wringing the most efficiency out of this setup is anything but simple. Why technology isn’t enough The internet gives all sizes…
As digital transformation rolls out and more supply chain operations come online, the need for synchronicity across all systems is growing. The answer is a streamlined platform and management system. As a business model designed to synergize processes, tools, and communication largely through a single, scalable network, a platform creates value from the exchanges made…
Effective inventory management is necessary for any business, but it’s especially critical for electronics manufacturers and their supply chains. Increased efficiency can maximize profits and sales, lower operating costs and introduce better controls and management processes. “When you have control over your inventory, you’re able to provide better customer service,” said Johnny Marx, an account…