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Procurement Pro has announced details of a new webinar, which will explore the implications of recently introduced US tariffs on the electronics industry. The event will take place on 29th May at 3pm (BST). Hosted by Paige West, Managing Editor of Procurement Pro, the session will bring together leading experts from across the sector to
By Teh-Kuang Lung, President and CEO, Naprotek, LLC US companies face mounting challenges in their electronics supply chains as US tariffs disrupt Southeast Asia, a critical hub for high-volume Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) production driven by global investment. Traditionally, US firms have kept prototyping and low-volume work domestic while outsourcing high-volume production to Asia
The rapid progress in the area of digitisation and technological development is currently noticeable in every aspect of human life. The hard and tedious work of human hands is being replaced by intelligent systems controlled from a mobile device. The robotisation and automation of production areas allow for increased efficiency while minimising the risk of
Apple confirmed a major strategic shift in its manufacturing operations, announcing that the majority of iPhones and other devices destined for the United States would no longer be produced in China. The company said India and Vietnam would now take on a larger role in its global supply chain, with Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook
In response to ECIA members and industry stakeholders, the Association’s Global Industry Practices Committee (GIPC) has established a working group to facilitate information sharing and impact mitigation strategies around tariff operations. This group will address process and strategic concerns including: Methods and strategies for handling tariff charges Understanding different government regulatory frameworks, e.g. Section 301a
Counterfeits come in many guises. The most basic definition of a counterfeit is “an imitation intended to be passed off fraudulently or deceptively as genuine, for profit.” In times of supply shortage, or where component obsolescence limits availability, the prevalence of counterfeit devices often multiplies. As awareness increases, so does sophistication. We have moved far
By Gary Beckstedt, Vice President Quality and Operations, Flip Electronics The looming likelihood of new, incremental tariffs designed to balance global trade in essential industries has prompted manufacturers, suppliers, and customers alike to consider contingency plans if their supply of raw materials, parts, and electronic components are disrupted or become too costly. Navigating these complex
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s visit to Beijing just days after Washington imposed fresh curbs on AI chip exports is a clear sign that President Trump’s trade strategy is “a masterclass in the law of unintended consequences,” says Nigel Green, CEO, deVere Group. Huang’s surprise trip, at the invitation of a government-linked Chinese trade group, came
NewTek Sensor Solutions, a manufacturer of LVDT position sensors based in the USA, can help its customers mitigate most of the volatility and cost increases associated with US and global tariffs by continuing to source components domestically and conducting manufacturing in-house. This strategy helps NewTek avoid severe price hikes, keeping prices stable and competitive for
ByteSnap Design, a UK electronics design consultancy, announced the release of Futureproofing Manufacturing: Tackling Obsolescence & Electronics Challenges in Industrial Manufacturing. Based on research with nearly 600 industry professionals, the report offers strategic insights and practical frameworks for tackling obsolescence in embedded electronics, components, and software systems. Conducted between February and March 2025, the research
