Forward All companies are financially incentivized to extend the product lifecycle for as long as possible to maximize their return on the initial development costs. … Read more
Screws, bolts, washers, clips. We categorize them as “C” items on any given … Read more
Through the years, we have seen the resin market weather storms of all types and severity. Hurricanes, petrochemical and plant fires, tariff wars, economic crises, … Read more
The metals market was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) led to … Read more
Utopia Developing a new product, especially an IoT hardware product, can be exhilarating. The overwhelming desire to start with a blank slate provides the opportunity … Read more
Creation team members first heard about We Share Solar when Diana Ferrari, Director of Central Engineering at Creation Technologies learned about a suitcase building event … Read more
A VAVE analysis is considered a game changer to OEMs because of its potential for major cost reductions. VAVE is not about a quick fix … Read more
The ability to locate, track, and manage your products throughout the supply chain using embedded RFID (radio frequency identification device) chips is undeniably valuable in … Read more
The ethical sourcing of materials from conflict-free regions is a responsibility that most of us in the global EMS industry take very seriously, and not … Read more
For those of us who live in the Bay Area, there are three constants in life: we love our weather, we love our sports teams, … Read more
In the second installment of our video series on conflict minerals, I discuss industry challenges and the effectiveness of the Dodd Frank legislation. Regulating the … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Supply chain awareness is critical for OEMs. Especially when the raw materials used to make their electronic products might have ties to terrorist groups and … Read more
Conflict minerals compliance is once again a hot topic in the manufacturing industry. As companies are preparing to file their 2015 reports due May 31st, … Read more
