Semiconductor sales set to soar in 2024/2025
Author: Mick Elliott, Contributing Editor A 16% growth spurt to $611 billion in the global semiconductor market is forecast by World Semiconductor Trade
Market Analysis
Market Analysis
Price sensitive inventory sharpens component competition
ProcurementPro’s Mick Elliott talks to Nick Turton, Regional Sales Manager, International Markets, Farnell as he reviews the past 12 months and discusses prospects
News
Efficiencies drive profit at discoverIE
Author: Mick Elliott, Contributing Editor discoverIE Group has delivered year-on-year sales down 1% at £437 million and profits up 16% to £57.2 million.
News
Weak markets blight RS Group sales, profits
Author: Mick Elliott, Contributing Editor Citing a softer industrial purchasing managers’ index and a weak electronics market, RS Group has reported full year
News
Farnell, Rochester Electronics ink distribution pact
Author: Mick Elliott, Contributing Editor Farnell has forged a new strategic partnership with Rochester Electronics, one of the world’s largest continuous source of
Industry Insights
What Happened To Wyoming’s Lithium?
A ticker-tape parade was the only thing missing when lithium deposits were discovered in southwest Wyoming near Rock Springs in 2013. At the
Sourcing Strategies
The Value of Preparation in Advance of Procurement Negotiation
We all likely know how to achieve best practices in negotiations. You want to come to the best possible solution for both sides win/win,
Industry Insights
EV Momentum Where are we?
Last month, we examined if the EV push could be unraveling. This month, I’ll explore evidence that indicates EVs are picking up momentum
Industry Insights
Could the EV Push be Unraveling?
We’ll explore the evidence that suggests it is. Stay tuned for January’s piece, when we’ll dive into the technology working to make it
Regulation
A Look at China’s IC Expansion
China is expanding its IC capabilities at all costs, and the “game” is playing out internationally. The stakes are high for all involved,