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There’s nothing more frustrating than completing a complex puzzle only to discover a single piece is missing. One gap and the picture is broken. In electronics manufacturing, that “missing piece” is a critical component you didn’t know was at risk. And unlike a puzzle, the…

Saving time and money is crucial for design engineers. We are seeing an increased number in companies having to redesign products during the recent supply chain shortage. When one critical component is no longer available, a redesign could be required of the engineer. Here are…

On October 9, 2025, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of Customs issued Announcement No. 57, formally expanding export controls to certain rare earth elements, also known as rare earths or REEs. This measure is one of six new regulations expanding China’s…

This week, an incident at the Port of Long Beach caused many shipping containers to fall into the water. This has raised concerns for industries that rely on global supply chains. This disruption at one of the busiest ports in the United States could have…

The Need for Proactive Obsolescence Management Electronic component obsolescence continues to challenge engineers and manufacturers. Without proactive lifecycle planning, companies risk costly redesigns, supply shortages, and production delays. Our latest Product Change Notice (PCN) analysis shows that waiting until a last-time-buy notification arrives can leave…

An Interview with Felix Förnzler, Regional Sales Manager, DACH In the aerospace and defense sector, one fact is clear: engineers build systems to last for decades, but they often do not design the parts to last as long. In the DACH region, which includes Germany,…