The most trusted source of electronic component market intelligence
The most trusted source of electronic component market intelligence
Let’s face it – procurement isn’t easy. Today’s procurement organizations are faced with the daunting task of becoming both smarter and more agile while also remaining cost-conscious. Needless to say, procurement must think outside the box to create…
It’s not always clear how to build a sustainable electronic component supply chain. In fact, according to EY, only a handful of supply chain executives have the necessary tools to execute sustainability goals. With good reason. Doing…
A resilient electronic component supply chain can endure, if not avoid, disruption and setbacks. As a result, companies worldwide are looking to invest in supply chain technologies to achieve more operational performance, increased productivity, flexibility, and risk reduction. Shortages…
Electronic Component supply chains serve as product highways creating a clear path from concept to delivery. A great supply chain is frictionless, fast, and efficient. Many factors contribute to the quality of a supply chain, some of which are beyond…
When it comes to supply chains, there are many moving parts – both literally and figuratively. Having a solid understanding of the supply chain process and all related costs ensures that you stay in control. Understanding pricing, specifically for EMS…
2020 and 2021 were years like no other. First, the global shutdown flipped the supply chain world on its head, exposing inefficiencies with lasting repercussions. Businesses were left with billions of dollars in unsold goods, causing inventory-to-sales ratios to surge…
Lytica’s own Chief Technology Officer, Ken Bradley, recently took some time to chat with Martin Harshberger on the Manufacturing Supply Chain CEOs podcast. They discussed everything from industry challenges to best practices on procurement and approaching negotiations to where he…
In a previous post, we discussed how technology’s rate of adoption is getting increasingly shorter, and faster. For those companies remaining stagnant in legacy systems, the hustle needed to catch up to those businesses that have adopted innovative solutions more…
It’s not news that COVID-19 flipped the supply chain ecosystem on its head, revealing cracks in an industry ripe for disruption. The gap it caused between supply and demand made it hard to get an holistic overview of the market,…
With a tumultuous 2021 coming to a close, what are you doing to ensure you’re ready for 2022? Take a look at a few Supply Chain Learnings from 2021 and how to best prepare for the year ahead, whatever the…