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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
EAMA has launched its latest Market Pulse quarterly report at Innovation Zero. The new analysis reveals that while the supply chain saw a positive upturn towards the end of last year, reaching a three-year high point for electrification related sales in Q4 2024, there has been a worrying drop in business optimism, falling below the
The need to react to unexpected global disruption is now a fundamental requirement for all companies; tariffs are only the latest incarnation of what manufacturers have to deal with. Adrian Wood, Director of Strategic Business Development at DELMIA further explores. Personally, and professionally, the impact of recent US government policy around trade and tariffs is
Semiconductors are the foundation of the electronics industry. They power everything from smartphones to industrial machinery, and understanding the fundamentals of how they are made is a key part in making informed decisions about supplier capabilities, material risks, and long-term supply resilience. The fabrication process can involve hundreds of steps and many cycles, however, there
Escalating trade wars are highlighting the need for companies to protect technological advantages in critical industries, including semiconductor manufacturing. However, according to CoLab, a technology company that develops collaborative design review and AI solutions for hardware engineering teams, outdated approaches to data sharing during the product design stage are leaving many businesses vulnerable to intellectual
It is no secret that as AI systems continue to grow in complexity and scale, their reliance on advanced semiconductor technologies intensifies. For electrical design engineers and procurement professionals alike, the intersection of AI demands and supply chain constraints presents a critical area of focus in 2025. With hardware playing such a foundational role in
By Marie-Pierre Ducharme, Vice President, EMEA Marketing & Business Development, Mouser Electronics This article originally appeared in the Jan/Feb issue of Procurement Pro. The constantly evolving landscape of global technology means companies must accurately predict future trends in order to take advantage of new market opportunities and maintain ongoing operations. New trends can drastically impact
The Government has set out the scope of its Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, introducing new cybersecurity measures for 1,000 service providers to bolster supply chain defences for critical national infrastructure. If the proposals are adopted, it will require more organisations and suppliers to bolster their cybersecurity in areas such as risk assessment, data protection,
In a recent webinar moderated by Jackie Mattox, Founder and CEO of WE United, industry leaders Michael Knight, President & CEO of Endries, and Allison Sabia, President & CEO of Galco, discussed the complexities of tariffs, their impact on the supply chain, and the broader economic implications. Understanding tariffs: a tax on imports Michael Knight
Materials, substances, software, electronic components, and other replacement parts that have been discontinued or are suddenly no longer available on the free market for other reasons repeatedly cause considerable restrictions in production and maintenance for German industrial companies, particularly in the area of durable goods. The non-profit industry organisation COGD (Component Obsolescence Group Deutschland) e.V.