Author: Audrey Sivasothy

Introduction For every electronic components buyer, sourcing high-quality parts has become a strategic challenge in today’s fast-evolving marketplace. With more options than ever, knowing where to buy electronic parts and developing a reliable purchasing strategy can make a significant difference in both costs and project timelines. As demand grows and global supply chains become increasingly […]

The Growing Need for Obsolete Components As the electronics industry continues to innovate, newer components rapidly replace older ones, making many essential parts obsolete. In 2023 alone, over 470,000 electronic components reached their end-of-life (EOL). This presents a major challenge for industries that depend on legacy systems and equipment, such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial […]

The electronics industry has always faced challenges, but in recent years, sourcing critical components has become a more intense struggle. Factors like global supply chain disruptions, production slowdowns, and a rapidly evolving market have all contributed to the issue. The result? Critical components like microcontrollers, FPGAs, and specialized ICs are becoming harder to find. But […]

Microcontrollers (MCUs) are critical components of embedded systems, playing a central role in controlling and managing specific tasks in devices and machines. These highly integrated circuits are responsible for executing instructions in real time, ensuring that devices operate efficiently, predictably, and with minimal power consumption. As the foundation of everything from consumer electronics to industrial automation, […]

In today’s fast-paced industries—whether it’s manufacturing, electronics, or aerospace—businesses live or die because of their ability to work together seamlessly. Yet, too often, engineering, procurement, and supply chain management operate in isolation, creating costly delays and inefficiencies. While these departments may excel individually, companies that integrate their efforts gain a strategic advantage. By fostering cross-functional collaboration, they unlock […]

Onsemi, formerly ON Semiconductor, is expanding its global manufacturing footprint to address critical supply chain concerns. The company, which produces power chips and sensors for electric vehicles, recently announced a multi-year $2 billion investment in a new Czech Republic facility. According to Reuters, Onsemi’s latest investment is the “largest one-off direct foreign investment in the […]

In the coming weeks, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry (BIS) plans to expand U.S. semiconductor export controls aimed at limiting China’s access to advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The move is intended to slow advances in supercomputing and AI technologies that could bolster the Chinese military and potentially compromise U.S. national security. These […]