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Should an RFQ for PCBAs Include a Target Price Should an RFQ for PCBAs Include a Target Price? Do you include target prices when quoting PCBAs? Should you? This consideration has big implications for how EMS suppliers formulate their quotes and can substantially affect your procurement outcomes. Let’s explore the key aspects and best practices for including (or excluding) target prices with your EMS quotes. Understanding the Role of a Should-Cost Model Before addressing the question of whether to include a target price in your EMS quote Read Article
PCB Design and Pinout For PCIe Edge Cards PCB Design and Pinout For PCIe Edge Cards The most common add-in card in standard desktop computers and embedded computers is the PCIe card. PCIe add-in cards come in multiple form factors and use an edge slot connector, mounting either vertically or at a right angle along a motherboard. You also have different types of PCIe devices, such as SSDs or modules that plug into an M.2 connector. In this article, I'll cover the mechanical and electrical requirements for PCIe add-in cards that Read Article
5 Reasons Procurement Should Want S&OP 5 Reasons Procurement Should Want S&OP Sales wants infinite supply with zero lead time. Operations wants firm schedules with maximum lead time. Same planet, different worlds. What to do? Enter Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). In the right circumstances S&OP is a great way to align your company’s sales and production activities. It’s also one the few ways to bring supply chain directly into the strategic business planning cycle and demonstrate how awesome you are and how you Read Article
Tips for Switching Strategic Suppliers 5 Tips for Switching Strategic Suppliers Switching suppliers can be daunting, especially when strong relationships are involved. Yet, prioritizing the best fit for your business is essential. Follow these steps to transition seamlessly and maintain professionalism throughout the process. READ THIS WARNING FIRST: Have you done everything you can to avoid switching suppliers? Improving a poorly performing supplier is almost always the best strategy. It signals to your entire supply chain Read Article
Future Trends in the Electronic Component Supply Chain Future Trends in the Electronic Component Supply Chain The electronic component supply chain is always evolving and adopting new technologies. The electronics industry has been growing for years and will double in size by 2029. Here’s a look at some key trends that will shape its future. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Picture yourself as the supply chain manager of a global company. Your job is to ensure the seamless flow of operations, from sourcing raw materials to delivering Read Article
Navigating Salary Negotiations for Procurement Professionals Navigating Salary Negotiations for Procurement Professionals Hooray, you’ve been promoted! Your hard work and achievements have paid off. Or have they? Sometimes the accompanying salary increase is disappointing and now you're left contemplating your options. Or maybe it’s time for that annual review. In this article, we'll explore how procurement professionals can effectively navigate salary negotiations and career growth, even if an initial offer is less than ideal. Understanding Salary Ranges and Market Read Article
PCB Manufacturers Offering the Shortest Turnaround Times PCB Manufacturers Offering the Shortest Turnaround Times With the growing demand for PCBs in just about every electronic device in development, time is of the essence. For manufacturers or even hobbyists, quickly getting hold of a functional prototype can be the difference between success and missed opportunities; as a solution to this time-intensive problem, some manufacturers have started offering quick-turn PCBs. Note from the editor: The text below lists several companies offering quick-turn PCB Read Article
Securing Early Access to Cutting-Edge Components Securing Early Access to Cutting-Edge Components Historically, PCB designers have faced the ongoing challenge of finding the right component for whichever purpose their eventual manufactured PCB will serve. With supply shortages, poor quality parts, and unreliable vendors filling the space, that has proven troublesome. Today, with the oversaturation of the tech market and growing consumer demand for bigger and better, designers now face an even more difficult task: sourcing cutting-edge Read Article
Certified Suppliers for Compliant Medical PCBs Certified Suppliers for Compliant Medical PCBs The medical device industry relies heavily on technology to deliver life-saving treatments and diagnostics. At the heart of many of the devices used, you will find the printed circuit board—a network of electrical pathways etched onto a laminate substrate. Given the industry in which devices are used, it is of the utmost importance that designers guarantee both quality and compliance in their PCB designs to ensure patient safety and device Read Article
How Will RISC-V Change Supply Chains For Advanced Chips? How Will RISC-V Change Supply Chains For Advanced Chips? From innovative new electronics to the most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) use cases, advanced chips form the backbone of the latest technologies—the current rate of innovation hinges on more power in smaller packages. For years, many industries have not had the expertise or resources to pursue custom chip designs, despite the fact that custom chips would bring a huge range of features in varying applications, such as harnessing the power Read Article
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