Some distributors have increased inventory levels of new and old components as well as components that are in short supply. Some electronics distributors have been aggressive about increasing inventory levels over the last two years as a way of attracting new business and increasing business with existing OEM and electronics manufacturing services customers. In some … Read more
The coronavirus pandemic has led to tighter supply and higher prices for some components including multilayer ceramic capacitors. Shutdowns and slowdowns in production of electronic components and other manufacturing materials in China caused by the outbreak of coronavirus has resulted in longer lead times, shortages and price increases for some electronic components. Industry analysts, distributors … Read more
From creating quotes to managing component obsolescence and end of life, ES discovers how Nemco’s purchasing team plays a vital role, adding value through effective supply chain managemen How does Nemco’s purchasing team assist new clients? As soon as we receive an enquiry, a dialogue is opened between the customer and the quotes team where … Read more
The good news is that supply conditions will not worsen to 2018 levels when many multilayer ceramic capacitors went on allocation. Purchasers can expect supply of multiplayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) to be ample in the first half of the year, but supply will likely tighten and lead times could stretch in the third and fourth … Read more
Many electronics distributors expect to post single-digit sales growth over the next five years as more electronics are used in more systems and products. It’s no secret that over the past 15 years, many North American electronics distributors have gone global expanding operations to Europe and Asia to service customers that have migrated manufacturing outside … Read more
Uncertainty caused by the trade war with China, the UK exiting the European Union and a decline in manufacturing in the U.S. means some distributors will suffer sales declines in 2019 – By James Carbone Many distributors say component sales will end 2019 being flat to down compared to last year because of sluggish overall … Read more
MPU demand will rebound in 2020 resulting in higher tags for processors used in computers and a return to sales growth Weaker demand and oversupply will result in the global microprocessor market declining about 2 per cent in 2019 as revenue falls from $54.1 billion in 2018 to $53.25 billion in 2019, according to researcher … Read more
Electronics distributors are providing technical expertise and services to OEMs to help them implement Internet of Things technology into their products Distributors say that while the Internet of Things (IoT) has yet to produce hockey stick-like growth in sales, it is still having a significant impact on business and will be responsible for up to … Read more
