While it is true that the manufacturing sector does not attract the volume of total cyberattacks as other areas of the economy,…
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What is a Multi-Tier Supply Chain? (and Why is Visibility So Important?)
While the term supply chain refers to the link that connects facilities, companies, supply and demand, and providers, the term multi-tier supply…
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Recently, Gartner released an in-depth report highlighting the impacts and recommendations of IoT on the supply chain. Supply chain leaders can extract…
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Procurement is the process of finding, agreeing terms, and acquiring goods, services, or works from an external source, often via a tendering or…
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Buying Electronic Components From an Authorized Distributor: Pros and Cons
As we discussed in our first article in this series, groups and departments within your organization will need to find parts. Instances…
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Buying Electronic Components Directly From a Manufacturer: Pros and Cons
Typically, there are three main ways organizations can purchase electronic components: through a manufacturer, a distributor, or an agent/broker. Let’s explore the…
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When looking at which kind of supply chain is best, it really comes down to a matter of priority. What is more important to the organization: more inventory or more information?
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According to the Department of Labor, a logistics manager is responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of a product, including how it…