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Trends in Outsourcing EMS Highlights Shift in Domestic Appeal
December 30, 2020
Over the last couple of years, an important trend in electronic contract manufacturing has emerged that bodes well for the United States. The movement is called “reshoring”, and it refers to companies here in the United States becoming much more interested in outsourcing EMS to a domestic partner. Looking overseas for manufacturing is no longer […]
Outsourcing Your Box Build Assembly to the Right Electronic Manufacturer
December 28, 2020
Outsourcing box build assemblies is now a fairly common practice among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). But not all third party producers of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) are created equally. Finding just the right one for your outsourcing needs can make all the difference in your finished products. When selecting an electronic manufacturer, consider the […]
What to Expect from a Partnership in Electronic Manufacturing
December 23, 2020
Finding the right electronic manufacturing partner isn’t always easy. One of the biggest challenges is not knowing what you can expect from this partnership. What will a good electronic manufacturing partner offer you? What do you need from them? Looking for someone who fits you only for the short-term isn’t the best solution, so knowing […]
Key Factors in Choosing the Right Wire Harness Manufacturing Partner
December 21, 2020
Many electronic manufacturers offer different services. A wire harness is a critical component in many types of electronic devices and finding the right wire harness manufacturing partner can make a big difference in the success of your project. If a wiring harness fails, the device it is in will either fail or be significantly degraded. […]
Your Surface Mount Technology Questions Answered by Experienced Electronic Manufacturers
December 18, 2020
When looking at Surface Mount Technology, or SMT, you may have questions about whether or not it is the right process for the job. If you are not sure which mount is right, looking to an experienced electronic manufacturer with questions about SMT may give you the answers you are looking for. What is Surface […]
Handling Parts Obsolescence with a Proactive Partner
December 16, 2020
Parts obsolescence is a huge issue that can quickly torpedo your printed circuit board assembly. Once a component needed for your build becomes difficult, or even impossible to find, your project can be plagued with problems. Obsolescence opens you up to: · Counterfeit components · Increased production costs · Shortened system life cycles · Costly […]
Outsourcing to an ECM is a Strategic Move
December 7, 2020
In today’s manufacturing world, outsourcing is often a way of life for many companies. However, it is often viewed as a surrendering of sorts, like the admission that you need outside help to get the job done. In many instances, though, nothing could be further from the truth. For companies on the leading edge of […]
Benefits of a Flexible Contract Manufacturing Partner
December 3, 2020
As recently as a decade ago, the outsourcing relationship between companies and their electronic contract manufacturer looked quite different. Instead of engaging in a symbiotic relationship, most were based on one holding an advantage over the other, usually in the areas of price. Both used costs as a way to drive their bottom line, instead […]
Expectations of a Robust Electronic Manufacturing Supply Chain Management Process
November 30, 2020
A solid electronic manufacturer will already have a counterfeit electronic component detection and avoidance plan in place. After all, a healthy supply chain is vital to your company’s success, and your ECM knows that. You can’t run the risk of any issues falling between the cracks. Meanwhile, counterfeit electronic components continue to be a big […]
Understanding Parts Obsolescence in Avionics Electronic Manufacturing
November 25, 2020
As technology and innovation have advanced hand-in-hand, their speed has also increased. The old joke that your new computer was obsolete the moment you opened the box still stands decades after the personal computer industry began. Avionics has its own obsolescence issues, though the differences between the aerospace industry and your new laptop are obvious. […]