Going Global: Is Your Supply Chain Ready? Change in the Chain 6/28/2012 (10) comments Expansion into global markets shouldn't cause a company's operations to falter, but the supply chain and logistics must be prepared.
Tech IPO Market Cools Down News of the Day 6/27/2012 (12) comments IPO activity started out the year strong but stalled toward the end of May as a result of macroeconomic concerns.
Calm Down: Counterfeiters Can Be Stopped Best-Practices 6/26/2012 (53) comments Technology from Applied DNA Sciences can put counterfeiters out of business in a wide range of economic activities, including electronics.
Panasonic, Sony in OLED Pact News of the Day 6/26/2012 (10) comments The two companies will leverage their core and printing technologies to improve the mass production of the next-generation displays.
Shifting Gears for Healthy Growth in Electronics Supply Chain Intelligence 6/26/2012 (4) comments The growth opportunities that were once the domain of the consumer electronics industry are now part of the largest CE device, the automobile.
Counterfeit Parts: It's Worse Than We Thought Ken Manchen 6/25/2012 (14) comments The US Senate Armed Services Committee uncovered approximately 1,800 cases of suspected counterfeiting over a two-year period. One Air Force supplier alone supplied 84,000 counterfeit devices.
The Lowdown on Microsoft's Surface Tablet Laurie Sullivan 6/25/2012 (20) comments As much as Microsoft wants a piece of the market, some analysts say Windows will account for only 1.3 percent of tablet shipments this year.
Another Blow to Nokia News of the Day 6/22/2012 (44) comments When Microsoft releases Windows Phone 8 in the fall, it won't be able to run on Nokia's current Lumia phones.
A Materials Planning Case Study, Part 2 Götz-Andreas Kemmner 6/21/2012 (1) comment By running a series of "what if" scenarios, performance parameters are set for cargo optimization, exception management, and the phase-in or phase-out of specific items.
Nokia's Troubles: Implications for Suppliers & Other Partners EBN Dialogue 6/21/2012 (357) comments Declining sales at Nokia, combined with reorganization actions at the company, will heavily impact some of its component suppliers and supply chain partners. What are the implications for its supply base, which companies will be affected, and what can they learn from the experience of others that have in the past been caught in the implosion of major OEMs? Join Junko Yoshida, chief of international correspondents and former editor in chief of EE Times, and Bolaji Ojo, editor in chief of EBN, in a live chat on this subject at 12:00 p.m. EDT, on Thursday, June 21, 2012.
A Materials Planning Case Study, Part 1 Götz-Andreas Kemmner 6/20/2012 (6) comments A European electronics company manages about 3,000 items per year while phasing another 600 products in or out at the same time. Materials management continues to be a challenge
RIM Shedding Jobs News of the Day 6/20/2012 (19) comments A day after Celestica said it will no longer manufacture the BlackBerry, RIM announced it will cut 2,000 to 3,000 jobs.
Avnet Introduces Touch Kit EBN Newswire 6/19/2012 Post a comment Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas introduced the i.MX53 Quick Start Break-Out with 7-inch LCD and PCAP touch kit
Ramtron to Cypress: 'No, but Let's Talk' Bolaji Ojo 6/18/2012 (6) comments Ramtron has declined Cypress's acquisition offer, but it has opened up the opportunity for further discussion between the two companies.
Procurement & the New Normal Barbara Jorgensen 6/18/2012 (1) comment The market volatility that came with the 2009 recession is going to stick around for the next two or three years.
RFMW Supports TriQuint LNA EBN Newswire 6/18/2012 Post a comment RFMW, Ltd. announced design and sales support for TriQuint Semiconductor's new 50 to 4000MHz low noise amplifier
More Bad News for Nokia Anna Young 6/18/2012 (30) comments Moody's has cut Nokia's debt rating to junk and issued it a negative outlook, further complicating financing for the troubled handset maker
China RoHS, US EPA Regulations Move Forward News of the Day 6/15/2012 (11) comments China is clarifying the scope of its proposal to restrict hazardous materials in electronics, and the EPA wants to revise its regulation on solid waste.
The Stupid Futility of Cost Cutting Bolaji Ojo 6/14/2012 (18) comments Job cuts during a downturn may reduce expenses, but it won't boost sales and margin growth, which is what companies need to be profitable.
Triple Whammy in the PC Arena News of the Day 6/14/2012 (8) comments First, HP announced job cuts. Then Dell said it was cutting expenses by $2 billion. Now Lenovo is worried about India.
Why Manufacturing Matters The Sanity Clause 6/14/2012 (12) comments Anyone who doubts the link between production and technology knowhow should recall the hard lessons of American TV and steel manufacturers.
Alternate Parts Sourcing: Challenges & Opportunities EBN Dialogue 6/14/2012 (232) comments Finding replacement parts for items on a components list can lead a procurement expert into a quagmire. It is possible for a seasoned procurement professional to end up with an "alternate" component that doesn't quite fit the bill. During this live chat, veteran components engineer and supply chain consultant Douglas Alexander will discuss specific problems buyers face when trying to secure alternate parts, offer tips for cost savings, and discuss strategies for achieving optimal results when replacing parts on a components list.
Nokia to Cut 10,000 Jobs, Divest Assets News of the Day 6/14/2012 (17) comments Nokia says it will lay off 10,000 employees and sell some assets to reduce operating costs and energize its struggling phone business.
Top Cloud Computing Myths Dr. Cagri Tanriover 6/13/2012 (14) comments Cloud computing is useful, but there are numerous misconceptions about what it is and how much it can really help firms achieve.
12 Tips for Managing a Global Brand Bolaji Ojo 6/13/2012 Post a comment Respondents to a research survey identify what they believe are the key actions a global company can take to improve operations.
Counterfeiters Exploit Obsolescence News of the Day 6/13/2012 (7) comments Instead of losing their value, some electronics components become more in-demand the minute they are discontinued.
Apple Elevates Supply Chain Under Cook Tam Harbert 6/12/2012 (7) comments Apple's Tim Cook is molding the firm to conform to his own management strategy, and the supply chain is getting increased visibility as a result.
Connectivity Beyond Digital Products Matteo Bertozzi 6/11/2012 (13) comments IPv6 will foster the explosion of connectivity to products across all sectors of the economy and bridge the digital/non-digital divide.
EMS Industry Lacks Direction in 2012 iSuppli EMS, ODM Insights 6/11/2012 (2) comments Researcher IHS revised upward its sales forecast for the EMS market on Apple patronage but warns of uneven performance across the sector
Catching the Eye of Private Equity Frank Cavallaro 6/8/2012 (1) comment The high-tech aftermarket services business is largely overlooked by private equity, but it offers some interesting niche investment opportunities.
HDD Prices to Remain High Through 2014 News of the Day 6/8/2012 (1) comment Although HDD production is recovering nicely from last year's Thailand floods, demand is expected to keep pricing above pre-flood levels.
What Is a Midsized Tech Firm Really Worth? TechMergers 6/7/2012 (4) comments Determining the sales value of a midsized tech firm is difficult, but there are many metrics a potential buyer will consider. Here are a few.
America II Moves Toward 'Blended' Distribution News of the Day 6/6/2012 (15) comments Buying from sources other than suppliers is considered risky in the electronics supply chain. Independents are adding more quality controls and franchises.
China Makes Headway in LCDs News of the Day 6/5/2012 (4) comments Two Chinese display manufacturers led the industry in Q1 shipments growth for LCDs 32 inches or larger, reports IHS.
Who's Beating Apple? Netflix Bolaji Ojo 6/5/2012 (6) comments Netflix has overtaken Apple as the No. 1 vendor of online movies in the US, but that status may be fleeting as other rivals close in.
Glass Enables Flexible Displays News of the Day 6/5/2012 (6) comments Combined with organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology, flexible glass can be used for displays that can wrap around a device.
Putting the Volume-Price Myth to Rest Ken Bradley 6/5/2012 (2) comments A wide range of factors influence how companies set pricing for parts, and the size of the purchase may be the least important of all.
GM Supply Chain Moves, Intrigues & Puzzles Logical Link 6/5/2012 (4) comments General Motors chose the UK over Germany and Korea over Japan as it shifts supply-chain resources around to improve operating performance.
Weco Announces 5 New Sales Agencies EBN Newswire 6/4/2012 Post a comment WECO recently announced that it signed five new sales agencies to represent the company’s terminal blocks and connectors lines
Divining the Future of Electronics Bolaji Ojo 6/4/2012 (9) comments EBN and Frost & Sullivan conducted a survey on factors that will determine the future of the electronics industry. The results are quite revealing.
Medical to Fall Under RoHS Scope in 2014 Barbara Jorgensen 6/4/2012 (5) comments Medical devices have so far been exempt from RoHS because of their critical nature and the necessary use of certain hazardous materials, such as lead.
Acer Not Keen Yet on ARM-Based PCs News of the Day 6/4/2012 (4) comments Acer won't be using ARM-based processors in nontablet devices because of their performance and potential supply chain disruption.
Executing Tech Content Marketing Savvy Tech Marketing 6/1/2012 (5) comments B2B firms don't have to sound stuffy and staid. Even IBM has become more hip, and your company can, too, with effective content marketing.
Going Global: Is Your Supply Chain Ready? Change in the Chain 6/28/2012 (10) comments Expansion into global markets shouldn't cause a company's operations to falter, but the supply chain and logistics must be prepared.
Tech IPO Market Cools Down News of the Day 6/27/2012 (12) comments IPO activity started out the year strong but stalled toward the end of May as a result of macroeconomic concerns.
Calm Down: Counterfeiters Can Be Stopped Best-Practices 6/26/2012 (53) comments Technology from Applied DNA Sciences can put counterfeiters out of business in a wide range of economic activities, including electronics.
Panasonic, Sony in OLED Pact News of the Day 6/26/2012 (10) comments The two companies will leverage their core and printing technologies to improve the mass production of the next-generation displays.
Shifting Gears for Healthy Growth in Electronics Supply Chain Intelligence 6/26/2012 (4) comments The growth opportunities that were once the domain of the consumer electronics industry are now part of the largest CE device, the automobile.
Counterfeit Parts: It's Worse Than We Thought Ken Manchen 6/25/2012 (14) comments The US Senate Armed Services Committee uncovered approximately 1,800 cases of suspected counterfeiting over a two-year period. One Air Force supplier alone supplied 84,000 counterfeit devices.
The Lowdown on Microsoft's Surface Tablet Laurie Sullivan 6/25/2012 (20) comments As much as Microsoft wants a piece of the market, some analysts say Windows will account for only 1.3 percent of tablet shipments this year.
Another Blow to Nokia News of the Day 6/22/2012 (44) comments When Microsoft releases Windows Phone 8 in the fall, it won't be able to run on Nokia's current Lumia phones.
A Materials Planning Case Study, Part 2 Götz-Andreas Kemmner 6/21/2012 (1) comment By running a series of "what if" scenarios, performance parameters are set for cargo optimization, exception management, and the phase-in or phase-out of specific items.
Nokia's Troubles: Implications for Suppliers & Other Partners EBN Dialogue 6/21/2012 (357) comments Declining sales at Nokia, combined with reorganization actions at the company, will heavily impact some of its component suppliers and supply chain partners. What are the implications for its supply base, which companies will be affected, and what can they learn from the experience of others that have in the past been caught in the implosion of major OEMs? Join Junko Yoshida, chief of international correspondents and former editor in chief of EE Times, and Bolaji Ojo, editor in chief of EBN, in a live chat on this subject at 12:00 p.m. EDT, on Thursday, June 21, 2012.
A Materials Planning Case Study, Part 1 Götz-Andreas Kemmner 6/20/2012 (6) comments A European electronics company manages about 3,000 items per year while phasing another 600 products in or out at the same time. Materials management continues to be a challenge
RIM Shedding Jobs News of the Day 6/20/2012 (19) comments A day after Celestica said it will no longer manufacture the BlackBerry, RIM announced it will cut 2,000 to 3,000 jobs.
Avnet Introduces Touch Kit EBN Newswire 6/19/2012 Post a comment Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas introduced the i.MX53 Quick Start Break-Out with 7-inch LCD and PCAP touch kit
Ramtron to Cypress: 'No, but Let's Talk' Bolaji Ojo 6/18/2012 (6) comments Ramtron has declined Cypress's acquisition offer, but it has opened up the opportunity for further discussion between the two companies.
Procurement & the New Normal Barbara Jorgensen 6/18/2012 (1) comment The market volatility that came with the 2009 recession is going to stick around for the next two or three years.
RFMW Supports TriQuint LNA EBN Newswire 6/18/2012 Post a comment RFMW, Ltd. announced design and sales support for TriQuint Semiconductor's new 50 to 4000MHz low noise amplifier
More Bad News for Nokia Anna Young 6/18/2012 (30) comments Moody's has cut Nokia's debt rating to junk and issued it a negative outlook, further complicating financing for the troubled handset maker
China RoHS, US EPA Regulations Move Forward News of the Day 6/15/2012 (11) comments China is clarifying the scope of its proposal to restrict hazardous materials in electronics, and the EPA wants to revise its regulation on solid waste.
The Stupid Futility of Cost Cutting Bolaji Ojo 6/14/2012 (18) comments Job cuts during a downturn may reduce expenses, but it won't boost sales and margin growth, which is what companies need to be profitable.
Triple Whammy in the PC Arena News of the Day 6/14/2012 (8) comments First, HP announced job cuts. Then Dell said it was cutting expenses by $2 billion. Now Lenovo is worried about India.
Why Manufacturing Matters The Sanity Clause 6/14/2012 (12) comments Anyone who doubts the link between production and technology knowhow should recall the hard lessons of American TV and steel manufacturers.
Alternate Parts Sourcing: Challenges & Opportunities EBN Dialogue 6/14/2012 (232) comments Finding replacement parts for items on a components list can lead a procurement expert into a quagmire. It is possible for a seasoned procurement professional to end up with an "alternate" component that doesn't quite fit the bill. During this live chat, veteran components engineer and supply chain consultant Douglas Alexander will discuss specific problems buyers face when trying to secure alternate parts, offer tips for cost savings, and discuss strategies for achieving optimal results when replacing parts on a components list.
Nokia to Cut 10,000 Jobs, Divest Assets News of the Day 6/14/2012 (17) comments Nokia says it will lay off 10,000 employees and sell some assets to reduce operating costs and energize its struggling phone business.
Top Cloud Computing Myths Dr. Cagri Tanriover 6/13/2012 (14) comments Cloud computing is useful, but there are numerous misconceptions about what it is and how much it can really help firms achieve.
12 Tips for Managing a Global Brand Bolaji Ojo 6/13/2012 Post a comment Respondents to a research survey identify what they believe are the key actions a global company can take to improve operations.
Counterfeiters Exploit Obsolescence News of the Day 6/13/2012 (7) comments Instead of losing their value, some electronics components become more in-demand the minute they are discontinued.
Apple Elevates Supply Chain Under Cook Tam Harbert 6/12/2012 (7) comments Apple's Tim Cook is molding the firm to conform to his own management strategy, and the supply chain is getting increased visibility as a result.
Connectivity Beyond Digital Products Matteo Bertozzi 6/11/2012 (13) comments IPv6 will foster the explosion of connectivity to products across all sectors of the economy and bridge the digital/non-digital divide.
EMS Industry Lacks Direction in 2012 iSuppli EMS, ODM Insights 6/11/2012 (2) comments Researcher IHS revised upward its sales forecast for the EMS market on Apple patronage but warns of uneven performance across the sector
Catching the Eye of Private Equity Frank Cavallaro 6/8/2012 (1) comment The high-tech aftermarket services business is largely overlooked by private equity, but it offers some interesting niche investment opportunities.
HDD Prices to Remain High Through 2014 News of the Day 6/8/2012 (1) comment Although HDD production is recovering nicely from last year's Thailand floods, demand is expected to keep pricing above pre-flood levels.
What Is a Midsized Tech Firm Really Worth? TechMergers 6/7/2012 (4) comments Determining the sales value of a midsized tech firm is difficult, but there are many metrics a potential buyer will consider. Here are a few.
America II Moves Toward 'Blended' Distribution News of the Day 6/6/2012 (15) comments Buying from sources other than suppliers is considered risky in the electronics supply chain. Independents are adding more quality controls and franchises.
China Makes Headway in LCDs News of the Day 6/5/2012 (4) comments Two Chinese display manufacturers led the industry in Q1 shipments growth for LCDs 32 inches or larger, reports IHS.
Who's Beating Apple? Netflix Bolaji Ojo 6/5/2012 (6) comments Netflix has overtaken Apple as the No. 1 vendor of online movies in the US, but that status may be fleeting as other rivals close in.
Glass Enables Flexible Displays News of the Day 6/5/2012 (6) comments Combined with organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology, flexible glass can be used for displays that can wrap around a device.
Putting the Volume-Price Myth to Rest Ken Bradley 6/5/2012 (2) comments A wide range of factors influence how companies set pricing for parts, and the size of the purchase may be the least important of all.
GM Supply Chain Moves, Intrigues & Puzzles Logical Link 6/5/2012 (4) comments General Motors chose the UK over Germany and Korea over Japan as it shifts supply-chain resources around to improve operating performance.
Weco Announces 5 New Sales Agencies EBN Newswire 6/4/2012 Post a comment WECO recently announced that it signed five new sales agencies to represent the company’s terminal blocks and connectors lines
Divining the Future of Electronics Bolaji Ojo 6/4/2012 (9) comments EBN and Frost & Sullivan conducted a survey on factors that will determine the future of the electronics industry. The results are quite revealing.
Medical to Fall Under RoHS Scope in 2014 Barbara Jorgensen 6/4/2012 (5) comments Medical devices have so far been exempt from RoHS because of their critical nature and the necessary use of certain hazardous materials, such as lead.
Acer Not Keen Yet on ARM-Based PCs News of the Day 6/4/2012 (4) comments Acer won't be using ARM-based processors in nontablet devices because of their performance and potential supply chain disruption.
Executing Tech Content Marketing Savvy Tech Marketing 6/1/2012 (5) comments B2B firms don't have to sound stuffy and staid. Even IBM has become more hip, and your company can, too, with effective content marketing.
EBN Dialogue enables and encourages you to participate in live chats with notable leaders and luminaries. Not only editors and journalists, but the entire EBN community is able to comment and ask questions. Listed below are upcoming and archived chats.
Archived Dialogues
Thailand Stages a Comeback Join EBN contributor Jennifer Baljko on Thursday August 23, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. EST for a live chat on how electronic manufacturers in Thailand have shored up their supply chain to reduce the impact of future natural disasters.
Euro-Crisis: What It Means for High-Tech Firms Join EBN Editor in Chief Bolaji Ojo and Contributing Editor Jennifer Baljko on Thursday, July 12, at 10:00 a.m. EDT for a Live Chat on high-tech and Europe's economic difficulties.
Microsoft Surface: Potential Winners & Losers What are the implications for the electronics industry supply chain of Microsoft Corp.'s decision to launch its own tablet PC? Join industry veteran and EE Times' systems and OEM expert Rick Merritt on Tuesday, July 3, at 12:00 pm EDT for a Live Chat on this subject.
Join EBN contributor Jennifer Baljko on Thursday August 23, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. EST for a live chat on how electronic manufacturers in Thailand have shored up their supply chain to reduce the impact of future natural disasters.
Peter Drucker famously said "Trying to predict the future is like trying to drive down a country road at night with no lights while looking out the back window." Yet in the razor's-edge world of electronics—with a lean supply chain and just-in-time demands—the need to know the future is vital.
While no one really can accurately predict the future, we can take guidance from another Drucker saying which is the best way to predict the future is to create it.
You've heard the saying "the No. 1 supply chain risk is your people." That hasn't always been the case. But today's complex global supply chain requires a new type of multitalented employee. It's one who understands, finance, marketing, economics, is savvy with technology, graceful with relationships and can think analytically.
Where are these people? Are universities properly preparing the next generation supply chain professionals? How do train your existing workforce for these new, demanding positions?
Brian Fuller, editor-in-chief of EBN, will lead a 60-minute Avnet Velocity panel discussion that will ask and answer these and other questions swirling around today's supply-chain talent challenges.
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