I have been working in the EMS industry for the last three years with my company IMI doing Market Research under the Strategic Marketing and Planning Department. I also do trend analysis, business development, and strategic management.
My thoughts on ...
What I think about Foxconn
Biggest animal in the industry that is focused on traditional markets
EMS companies I have worked with
Integrated Micro-electronics Inc.
The skills I often see lacking in the EMS industry today
Cutting-edge program management skills, market intelligence
What I think about some of the emerging EMS markets or regions
Emerging markets in the non-traditional sectors will attract more Tier 2 and Tier 3 EMS companies. Emerging regions will continue to have its niche as it develops its high value competencies particularly in LVHM, high complexity
What I think about low-cost manufacturing
Low cost manufacturing is not a silver bullet. But if you know how the formula works and how it's done (across the value chain), it is and can be a major component in having a sustainable business.
My thoughts on what makes a good program manager
Hands on. All knowing. All encompassing. Master in coordination
A book I recommend to others or am currently reading
Switch - How to change things when change is hard (Chip and Dan Heath)
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