Quality affects all aspects of an organization; purchasing professionals can begin by making sure they select good suppliers and measure their performance
A May 2012 report from the U.S. Senate’s Committee for Armed Services noted that of 1800 reported instances of counterfeit electronic components between 2009 and 2010, 30% were not obsolete. These parts were likely purchased based on price...
As the economy remains in “cautious” mode, top distributors such as Allied, TTI and Mouser focus on expanding services and building business in new regions.
Undaunted by tough economic conditions, distributors look for new geographic and end market opportunities while expanding with acquisitions and online enhancements.
Demand for wellness care and improved remote patient monitoring systems are driving growth in medical electronics, but regulatory and political pressures present challenges for the overall market in the long term.
