Make or buy? When not to outsource is a perplexing decision many electronics equipment manufacturers are trying to decide as they see rising operational input costs against softening demand in a macro environment that is becoming increasingly unpredictable. These days, …
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Executive Management
Macroeconomic financial programs for EU nations and manufacturing communities into 2027
List of 10 higher costs when sourcing multiple contract electronic manufacturing partners
Hire experienced people and put in place best practices, not practices common in industry. Maintain a sense of urgency and manage costs effectively.
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Contract manufacturing costing modelers analyze more than just CM service fees and quote pricing
Electronics contract manufacturing costing models can vary widely, depending on a number of factors, including the level of expertise of the cost modeling vendor and particular industry experience required for suitable fit, the scope of the project or program, the …
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How electronics equipment manufacturers can reduce cost to manufacture
Electronics equipment manufacturers have a number of options when interested in reducing the cost of manufacturing their products. Some of these include: Contract electronics outsourcing equipment manufacturing programs, certain manufacturing processes or assemblies and sub-assemblies, or components to countries with …
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[Unedited] How Federal Reserve monetary policy impacts manufacturer profits and supply chain costs
Perfect storm of currency debasement, higher taxes and decline in purchasing (spend) power drives manufacturers to focus on cost-cutting and optimizing cash conversion.
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US inflation or manufacturer profits?
Manufacturers are in a tough spot. A weak US dollar helps manufacturers with global operations. A strong US dollar fights US inflation. USD is strengthening.
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Effective request-for-quote (RFQ) process for contract electronics manufacturing
Total landed cost matters. Any significant impact on manufacturing profitability can result in many outcomes, including missing quarterly forecasts, declining stock price, layoffs, and closure.
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Oregon and US Pacific Northwest mixed technology assembly capability built on electro-mechanical prototype services and new product launches
Manufacturing hubs are supported by ecosystems attracting specialty talents delivering robust variation in technical capabilities. Why one US region is focused mixed technology assembly services.
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My 2022 top predictions for global electronics manufacturing industry
Challenges, changes, and predicted outcomes from semiconductor suppliers, to distributors EMS providers and OEM customers and more.
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Drone and unmanned aerial systems quality concerns in contract EMS manufacturing
Why drone manufacturers visiting EMS manufacturing factories should spend more time on the production floor than in meeting rooms.
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