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Key trends shaping procurement and the supply chain by 2025
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Key trends shaping procurement and the supply chain by 2025

By Simon Thompson, VP Northern Europe at JAGGAER As global businesses continue to navigate turbulent waters when it comes to the supply chain, procurement leaders need to stay up to date with trends set to rock procurement in 2025. Here, we analyse the top 10. Juggling tariffs and conflict With international conflict, the threat of

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How supply chains are shaping the future of tech innovation

The role of supply chains has evolved drastically over recent years. It is an area of industry that is being transformed from a necessary business logistic into a critical driver of innovation. On 3rd December 2024, David Paulson, Global Vice President of Avnet Velocity spoke at a webinar hosted by Bolaji Ojo, Publisher of The

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Sondrel now shipping chips
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Sondrel now shipping chips

Sondrel is now shipping finished chips to a US customer as part of a full turnkey contract of concept to silicon. The chips are accelerators for AI, which is one of Sondrel’s speciality areas as it requires high performance, ultra-complex custom designs on leading edge nodes. “Selecting a turnkey supplier to handle a complete ASIC

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DigiKey debuts Supply Chain Transformed Season 3
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DigiKey debuts Supply Chain Transformed Season 3

DigiKey announced the release of Season 3 of the Supply Chain Transformed video series, sponsored by Omron Automation and onsemi. The new season will focus on innovative technologies, including IoT, that are fuelling the future of the logistics industry. The world of logistics is undergoing a widespread digital transformation. To streamline operations and scale efficiency,

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Milexia acquires Whistler to strengthen procurement services

In July 2024, Milexia successfully acquired procurement specialists, Whistler Technology in a move to further enhance the services they offer to industries that are reliant on high-reliable electronic components. The success of this acquisition means that customers have the added value of Milexia’s expertise as a value-added distributor combined with Whistler Technology’s niche capabilities in

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Rand Technology CEO talks about modern supply chains
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Rand Technology CEO talks about modern supply chains

At electronica 2024, Rand Technology’s CEO, Andrea Klein, spoke with Electronic Specifier’s Editor, Mick Elliot, about the need for modernised supply chains, addressing the challenges involved, and Rand Technology’s participation. The discussion underscored the ongoing transition from traditional mobile computing to the AI era, highlighting the urgent need for companies to modernise their supply chains.

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WIN SOURCE discuss supply chain diversification
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WIN SOURCE discuss supply chain diversification

At electronica 2024, Enrico Hu, European Regional Business Development Manager for WIN SOURCE took time to discuss component supply chain diversification and risk management capabilities with Mick Elliott, Contributing Editor at Electronic Specifier. Hu explained that WIN SOURCE, founded to specialise in the distribution of electronic components, operates through a global sourcing network. The company

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AI-driven, fully autonomous supply chain platform
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AI-driven, fully autonomous supply chain platform

Jabil Inc., a specialist in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions, announced ID8 Global, a joint venture with Cyferd Inc., an AI company specialising in data technology. Together, they are introducing a generative AI-driven, autonomous supply chain and procurement software platform that will transform how industries manage complex logistics, procurement, and operations on a global

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Supply chain disruption amplified by cyber security vulnerabilities

The global supply chain faces growing disruptions, with warehouses – which are a critical link – vulnerable to both operational setbacks and cyberattacks. The latest report by Ivanti, ‘Supply Chain and Warehouse Trends in 2024 and Beyond’, highlights the impact of cyber security lapses on warehouse resilience and the broader supply chain. The research reveals

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Procurement prowess: strengthening your supply chain defence against counterfeits  

This article originally appeared in the September issue of Procurement Pro. Procurement professionals are uniquely positioned to prevent counterfeit electronic components from infiltrating their companies’ supply chains, fostering a future without fakes. Counterfeit electronic components are costly, risky, and downright dangerous. A single subpar component installed in an aircraft or automotive motor can lead to

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