Focusing on the most challenging segment of the purchase order-to-warehouse sequence of events can vary depending on the specific manufacturing supply chain situation and industry. However, one common challenge that many manufacturers face is managing inventory levels effectively. Inventory …
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BOM Management
Manufacturing inventory metrics to avoid costly production mistakes
Ways to protect profit erosion for electronics equipment manufacturers
Below are some of the way electronics equipment manufacturers can protect against profit erosion and while maintaining a strong position in the market. (Read about new product launch costs vs product upgrade costs, here) Investing in research and development can …
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Costing modeler sourcing, manufacturing and assembly of electric vehicles: Tesla Model Y
The amount of technology and electronics in new vehicles is growing each year. From sophisticated vehicle electronic control units (ECU) to manage everything to all electric vehicles (EV), plus the vast array of ever-increasing functional technology and hardware. Take into …
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What is a MOQ agreement and how is it different from a MOR agreement?
A MOQ (minimum order quantity) agreement is one type of the many contracts often between a vendor or supplier, such as a non-OEM components manufacturer, and a OEM manufacturer (or contract electronics provider) in which the OEM buyer agrees to …
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Breach of contract and other reasons electronics manufacturers face litigation
Article dives into breach of contract with several areas for manufactures to focus on when writing clause, terms and conditions.
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Equipment pricing strategy: How currency exchange rates impact manufacturing costs
Currency exchange rates can have a significant impact on manufacturing costs for electronics companies that import raw materials, components, or finished goods from other countries. When the value of a foreign currency decreases, compared to the manufacturer’s domestic currency, the …
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EMS manufacturing factory labor cost checklist review for OEM equipment manufacturers sourcing EMS services
Electronics contract EMS manufacturers will price direct labor (DL) costs into quoted pricing during RFQ phases with OEM prospects and existing customers seeking EMS services. Many electronics OEM equipment manufacturers recognize DL costs tied to MCOGs. But, what many OEMs …
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How to build costing modelers for contract electronics quote pricing analysis
How much should we pay for contract electronics fees and services for our program? How do we determine program total landed cost? How much of the quoted pricing for CM fees and services goes straight to CM profit? How can …
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Macroeconomic financial programs for EU nations and manufacturing communities into 2027
Make or buy? When not to outsource is a perplexing decision many electronics equipment manufacturers are trying to decide as they see rising operational input costs against softening demand in a macro environment that is becoming increasingly unpredictable. These days, …
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List of 10 higher costs when sourcing multiple contract electronic manufacturing partners
Hire experienced people and put in place best practices, not practices common in industry. Maintain a sense of urgency and manage costs effectively.
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