Though people always talk about the weather, no one ever does anything about it. To some extent, that is also true about climate, even for those concerned about climate change. Doing something requires more than awareness. It requires a plan, and mapping out a plan begins with information about current practices. A new partnership is…
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The trading of illegal minerals to finance conflicts, particularly in central Africa, is an ongoing concern for us all. However, meeting the demands of the Dodd-Frank Act has proven easier said than done. In 2010, the Dodd-Frank Act was the first legislation aimed expressly at addressing the issue by changing corporate behavior. Without regard to…
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Rockford, IL – The roster of Manufacturing Day 2015 sponsors has added two key supporters as the following companies pledged their support to this national movement. CNA Insurance and Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. both renewed their Bronze sponsorships — CNA for a third year and Reliance for a second year. Manufacturing Day sponsors provide…
DetailsLong queues were absent when Apple Inc. recently launched its smart watch, leading many to laud the company for its “no-wait” inventory strategy. No wait for watch at NYC flagship as Apple curbs long lines, thundered a report. That’s hogwash. Yes, a line was absent in front of the Apple store in New York but…
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As many supply chain organizations have spent years cutting costs and eliminating waste, incremental improvements are leading to diminishing returns. This is driving the need for supply chain executives to seek more innovative solutions.
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St. Petersburg, FL (PRWeb) –America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world's largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it closed the first quarter by adding Excel Cell Electronic Co., Citizen Finetech Miyota, Kingstate Electronics Corp., ADDA, Micro-C Corp., and Chilisin Electronics Corp. to its global line card. This marks a strong quarter…
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It’s not news that LED-based bulbs are replacing the venerable incandescent bulb. In many jurisdictions, the basic incandescent bulb (especially for higher wattages) can no longer be sold; only “specialty” versions are still allowed. The basic bulb has served us well for over 100 years, with the standard “Edison” A19 base in the U.S. and…
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We know that with the increasing growth of cyber-hacking and data breaches, investing in IT asset disposition (ITAD) is a growing necessity for companies. It is critical to ensure the safety of a company’s confidential live and stored data on all of its assets, ranging from computers, phones, servers, and hard drives. If breached, a…
DetailsAmerica II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it closed the first quarter by adding Excel Cell Electronic Co., Citizen Finetech Miyota, Kingstate Electronics Corp., ADDA, Micro-C Corp., and Chilisin Electronics Corp. to its global line card. This marks a strong quarter for the distributor’s supply…
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3D printing, the Internet of Things (IoT), increased mobility, and connectivity are already influencing today's manufacturing strategies. A recent Supply Chain Insights report found that 15% of the 101 surveyed respondents have a digital manufacturing strategy, which includes the use of digital images, 3D printing, IOT and mobility to refine and improve manufacturing processes. Additionally…
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