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Supply Chain Management

What is electronic supply chain management?

Electronic supply chain management (eSCM) uses digital systems to oversee the coordination, planning, and execution of all activities involved in sourcing, producing, and distributing electronic components and products. This spans everything from acquiring raw materials to managing multi-tier supplier networks through to final delivery of goods. Electronics supply chains are often complex and global operations.

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Supply Chain Management

The impact of no VAT on refurbished electronics

With the pressure to meet climate targets and ESG goals, procurement teams have their work cut out for them – especially when, often, they receive no new funding or staff to meet challenging goals. But, could a tax change help? It has recently been announced that a growing coalition of companies and campaign groups has

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Sustainability

Recyclable electronics: how they can help you meet sustainability obligations

This article originally appeared in the March/April issue of Procurement Pro. By Emma Armstrong, Commercial Director and Sustainable Electronics Ambassador, In2tec Emma Armstrong, Commercial Director and Sustainable Electronics Ambassador at In2tec, says technological innovations can help organisations procure effective technology that tackles harmful e-waste generated by users. A major part of my role as Sustainable

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ASML and imec partner to advance semiconductor research in Europe

ASML and imec announce that they have signed a new strategic partnership agreement, focusing on research and sustainability. The agreement has a duration of five years and aims to deliver valuable solutions in two areas by bringing together ASML’s and imec’s respective knowledge and expertise. First, to develop solutions that advance the semiconductor industry and

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News

ESIA supports deal for a greener, more competitive Europe

The European Commission has unveiled the ‘Clean Industrial Deal: A joint roadmap for competitiveness and decarbonisation‘. The European Semiconductor Industry Association (ESIA), representing the semiconductor industry and broader ecosystem in Europe, welcomes this  initiative as a timely impetus to regain competitiveness and strengthen the industrial base in the EU. Semiconductors are at the heart of a

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Sustainability

5 procurement priorities to facilitate CBAM compliance

By Simon Thompson, Vice President of Sales UKI and Nordics at JAGGAER As the European Union (EU) tightens its regulations to combat climate change and become a climate-resilient society by 2050, businesses trading with the bloc must adapt to meet new standards. Policy, legislation, and strategies are being put into place to anticipate the impacts

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Supply Chain Management

Why vehicle connectivity is helping supply chains

A new report from EMARKETER predicts there will be nearly 181 million connected car drivers in the US by 2028, making up 70% of licensed drivers in the US. That report goes alongside with a McKinsey projection that more than 90% of vehicles sold in 2030 will be connected. Here, Alysia Johnson, President of the

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Sustainability

Where should I recycle PCB boards

Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are at the heart of most electronic devices, enabling the function of everything from smartphones to industrial equipment. However, the lifecycle of PCBs is becoming ever-shorter, leading to significant amounts of electronic waste (e-waste). Disposing of PCBs improperly can have serious environmental and health consequences due to the hazardous materials they

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How procurement teams can navigate sustainability

By Jack Macfarlane, Founder and CEO, DeepStream Technologies Recent research published in the Harvard Business Review has shown a significant increase in consumer demand for sustainable practices, making sustainability a critical threshold for purchase decisions. It is now the minimum standard businesses must meet to show their commitment to the environment and secure client or

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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 globally. In this counterpoint article, let’s forget about the new EPA regulations and mandates for now while taking in adoption rates, what’s driving EV demand, rapid technology advances, and just how easy

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