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Ajinkya Joshi

ISM Certified Supply Chain Professional with over 10 years of expertise in strategically procuring electronic components for prominent global electronics manufacturing brands. Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, currently based in England and managing end to end sourcing activities & playing a pivotal role in optimizing supply chain operations for a leading global manufacturing facility, ensuring seamless procurement and fostering strategic supplier relationships globally for semiconductors and electronic components.

Recent Articles

How Manufacturers Can Sustainably Source Minerals

How Manufacturers Can Sustainably Source Minerals Minerals are essential to the manufacturing of everything from smartphones to electric vehicles and from renewable energy to even home appliances. These sectors depend on materials like cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements, whose extraction can cause environmental damage and human rights violations. Sourcing these minerals is no longer a simple matter of buying from any supplier at the lowest price. As environmental concerns and ethical Read Article

India vs China Manufacturing

Looking Into the Future – Can India Take China’s Crown in Manufacturing? India and China, two of the world's most populated countries, have both been on the radar for their potential in the global manufacturing sector. China has long held the crown as the "world's factory" with a robust manufacturing sector and a well-established supply chain. However, India is now actively working to expand its industrial footprint, raising the question: Can India Take China's' Crown in Manufacturing? As India positions itself as a Read Article

Wafer Fab Capacity Packaging Capacity Octopart

As Wafer Fab Capacity Grows, Where is the New Packaging Capacity? The semiconductor industry is going through a major change. With the growing demand for faster and more efficient electronics, companies are increasing their wafer production to keep up. However, a big question is emerging: where will the new packaging capacity come from to support this growth? Advanced packaging technologies are essential for connecting wafer production to the final semiconductor products. The industry's future depends on these Read Article

Reshoring and Regionalization Supply Chain

Reshoring and Regionalization: Mitigating Supply Chain Risks and Lead Times Many companies are reconsidering where they manufacture their products in today's interconnected world. Over the past few decades, it has been common for businesses to offshore production to countries with lower labor costs. However, there is a growing trend of companies moving their manufacturing operations closer to home, a practice known as reshoring or regionalizing their production. This shift aims to reduce risks in the supply chain and Read Article

India Semiconductor Mission

India Semiconductor Mission: Collaborations, Capacity, and a Promising Future India's semiconductor sector is rapidly gaining strength, fueled by key partnerships and significant investments aimed at building a strong foundation. Driven by strategic collaborations and substantial investments to establish a robust ecosystem, Recent agreements between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to support India’s semiconductor sector highlight the country's increasing dedication to becoming a Read Article

Regulatory Changes and Compliance

Regulatory Changes and Compliance: Impact on the Electronic Component Supply Chain and Adaptation Strategies Understanding RoHS and REACH The RoHS Directive, introduced by the European Union in 2003 and updated as RoHS 2 in 2011 and RoHS 3 in 2015, restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. These substances include lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, and certain flame retardants. The goal of RoHS is to reduce the environmental impact and improve the recyclability of electronic products. REACH Read Article