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BOM Tool Overview: The 5 Best Tools and How to Choose

A rundown of key BOM tool features and the 5 best tools.

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How Amplio resolved Hayden’s shortages and will ensure that production meets growing demand

Learn how Amplio resolved Hayden.ai's critical component shortages and saves them $600,000 annually.

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Part Numbering System Best Practices for Electronics OEMs

Part numbering can get complicated in a hurry. What should you keep in mind to create a schema that helps your PLM instead of hinders it?

Electronics Insights
Electronic Parts Obsolescence Management: Best Practices

Our overview of how to stay on top of electronic component obsolescence to keep your production line humming.

Electronics Insights
How to Sell Excess Electronics Components

An overview of the channels you can use to sell excess electronic components and the methods of sale available through brokers.

Electronics Insights
How to Find Electronic Components

There's a ton of ways to find electronic components - figuring out which tool to use when is the trick.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: TMS320F28335PGFA

An overview of TMS320F28335PGFA with common applications and potential alternatives.

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Types of Counterfeit Electronic Components and How to Avoid Them

Counterfeit components can torpedo entire production runs. How can you keep them out of your supply chain?

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: SN74LVC1T45DBVR

Our rundown of common use cases and alternatives for SN74LVC1T45DBVR.

Electronics Insights
BOM Tool Overview: The 5 Best Tools and How to Choose

A rundown of key BOM tool features and the 5 best tools.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: PTN78020WAH

A summary of PTN78020WAH's use cases and popular alternatives.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: KSZ8999I

Learn the basics of KSZ8999I, its common applications, and potential alternatives.

Electronics Insights
Overview of the Best Electronic Component Search Engines

Learn how to choose the right electronic component search engine for your needs.

Electronics Insights
Electronic Component Brokers: How to Navigate and Find Good Deals

Our advice on how to get the parts you need from the secondary market without the headaches.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: LM35DT/NOPB

Our overview of LM35DT/NOPB gets you up to speed on its common applications, basic specs, and potential alternatives.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: FT232RQ-REEL

Learn FT232RQ-REEL's common use cases, alternatives, and where to find it.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: STM32F103C8

Learn common applications for and alternatives to STM32F103C8 in our MPN cheat sheet.

Electronics Insights
Electronic Component Sourcing: Overview and Advanced Advice

Explore the fundamentals of electronic component sourcing and learn advanced advice for optimizing your procurement process.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: MPU9250

A breakdown of common uses for MPU9250, potential alternatives, and where to find it.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: ESP32-S3

Our overview of ESP32-S3's common applications, alternatives, and where to buy it.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: BS170

Learn common use cases, alternatives to, and where to purchase BS170.

MPN Overviews
MPN Cheat Sheet: STM32H743ZIT6

Learn common applications, basic specs, errata, and where to buy STM32H743ZIT6.

Electronics Insights
Understanding Passive Components: The Basics for Electronic Circuits

Our overview of what passive components are and where they're used.

Electronics Insights
Demystifying BOM Software: Understanding Features, Benefits, and Best Practices

Here's what you should expect from your BOM software to make your life easier.

Electronics Insights
Analytics That Matter: Measuring Metrics Supply Chain Managers Care About

Optimize supply chain performance with key metrics supply chain managers care about. Learn how to measure performance and improve efficiency.

Electronics Insights
Following the Money: The Importance of Financial Analysis in Supply Chain Management

Learn the importance of supply chain financial analysis for procurement professionals. Discover key metrics and strategies to make data-driven decisions.

Case Studies
How Amplio resolved Hayden’s shortages and will ensure that production meets growing demand

Learn how Amplio resolved Hayden.ai's critical component shortages and saves them $600,000 annually.

Electronics Insights
Building Resilience in Your Supply Chain: Strategies and Best Practices

Discover strategies to build a resilient supply chain for electronic components. Mitigate disruptions and improve operations.

Electronics Insights
Unlocking the KPI Supply Chain: How You Can Transform Your Supply Chain with Analytics

Discover what KPIs you should focus on for a high-performing KPI supply chain.

Electronics Insights
Maximizing cost savings through strategic sourcing

Maximize your cost savings through strategic sourcing - tips, examples, and the role of a strategic sourcing manager. Learn more with Amplio.

Electronics Insights
Walmart's supply chain: A case study in innovation

Discover Walmart's impact on retail through an innovative supply chain: barcode scanning, big data, and sustainability.

Electronics Insights
Optimizing logistics for a more efficient supply chain

A guide on the impact of logistics on supply chain efficiency, covering optimization benefits, regression analysis and implementation strategies.

Electronics Insights
Ensuring Responsible Sourcing through Sustainable Supply Chain Practices

Learn how to implement sustainable supply chain practices and make a positive impact on the environment and society. Discover best practices and examples.

Electronics Insights
Electronics Manufacturing Acronyms 101

Stay up-to-date on electronics manufacturing acronyms with this comprehensive list. From BOM to FMEA, master industry lingo with this handy guide.

Current Events
Certifications 101 for Electronics Manufacturers

Improve customer trust and market access with relevant certifications for your electronics manufacturing business. Learn about getting certified.

Electronics Insights
The top 10 manufacturing machines you should know about

Learn about the top 10 manufacturing machines that are essential for those working in the industry, including CNC machines, 3D printers, AGVs, and more.

Electronics Insights
Bill of Material (BOM) 101

Learn about the importance of bill of materials (BOMs) in supply chain management, including how they can be used to improve efficiency and reduce risk.

Electronics Insights
What is an EMS and how are the different from a CM?

Discover the history and growth of electronic manufacturing services and how they benefit companies by outsourcing production.

Electronics Insights
What are supply chain managers and why are they so important?

Supply chain managers are essential to businesses getting products to customers on time and at a reasonable price. Amplio makes any CSM’s life easier ✓

Electronics Insights
The Manufacturing of Semiconductors: A Bird's Eye View

Semiconductors are a key component of almost every industry. It’s essential to have a high-level understanding of the industry and where it’s heading.

Electronics Insights
The impact of tariffs on managing a global supply chain

Tariffs have both direct and indirect impacts on global business. Knowing what to expect will help you prepare for supply chain disruptions of any kind.

Electronics Insights
5 of the Most Common Supply Chain Management Risks in Electronic Components

Supply chains are complex processes built off of countless contributors. By knowing the most common risks to supply chains, you can actively minimize errors.

Electronics Insights
How to source a hard-to-find electronic part

Component shortages happen all the time, and they can have a major impact on your business. How do you prepare for supply chain disruptions?

Electronics Insights
What’s the difference between a rheostat and a potentiometer?

Unsure how to decide on a potentiometer or a rheostat? Dive into the differences and why one might work better than the other in certain situations.

Electronics Insights
Why does supply chain resilience matter?

Resilience helps managers adapt quickly and mitigate supply chain management risks without sacrificing profitability or sustainability along the way.

Electronics Insights
What are Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)?

The term “printed circuit board” (PCB) refers to both the actual board itself, its contents, and properties. A PCB is a multi-layer board that has…

Electronics Insights
What to look for in a manufacturing contract

From the different types of manufacturing agreements to the type of manufacturer itself, manufacturing contracts are confusing! Dive into some helpful tips!

Electronics Insights
What is a resilient supply chain?

Supply chain process management teams need resilience to withstand disruptions and still get products to the end customer.

Electronics Insights
What are ferrite beads and how do they work?

Understanding what ferrite beads are and how to use them isn’t as complicated as it sounds. Ferrite bead purpose: filter out...

Electronics Insights
How to increase electronic component sourcing power

Sourcing power is a business’s strength to source electrical parts even when primary electronic parts suppliers have problems. Find parts proactively…

Electronics Insights
How to choose your first contract manufacturer

Choosing the right CM or electronic parts supplier is essential. 1. Decide what your dealbreakers are 2. Invite bids from multiple companies 3. Ask for...

Electronics Insights
How to build a resilient supply chain

Clear and concise steps for removing risk in supply chain. 1. Mapping the supply chain 2. Buffer capacity 3. Manufacturing diversification 4. Multisourc…

Electronics Insights
How do the best engineers and supply chain managers work together?

What’s the benefit of supply chain management if supply chain managers don’t enable cross-department teams? Learn from the best & optimize logistics.

Electronics Insights
5 Ways to De-Risk Your Supply Chain

Get visibility into the supply chain. Focus on environmental risks. Implement the PPRR risk management model. Leverage contingency strategies. Invest in...

Case Studies
How Amplio resolved Hayden’s shortages and will ensure that production meets growing demand

Learn how Amplio resolved Hayden.ai's critical component shortages and saves them $600,000 annually.

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Electronics Insights
Part Numbering System Best Practices for Electronics OEMs

Part numbering can get complicated in a hurry. What should you keep in mind to create a schema that helps your PLM instead of hinders it?

Electronics Insights
Electronic Parts Obsolescence Management: Best Practices

Our overview of how to stay on top of electronic component obsolescence to keep your production line humming.

Electronics Insights
How to Sell Excess Electronics Components

An overview of the channels you can use to sell excess electronic components and the methods of sale available through brokers.

Electronics Insights
How to Find Electronic Components

There's a ton of ways to find electronic components - figuring out which tool to use when is the trick.

Electronics Insights
Types of Counterfeit Electronic Components and How to Avoid Them

Counterfeit components can torpedo entire production runs. How can you keep them out of your supply chain?

Electronics Insights
BOM Tool Overview: The 5 Best Tools and How to Choose

A rundown of key BOM tool features and the 5 best tools.

Electronics Insights
Overview of the Best Electronic Component Search Engines

Learn how to choose the right electronic component search engine for your needs.

Electronics Insights
Electronic Component Brokers: How to Navigate and Find Good Deals

Our advice on how to get the parts you need from the secondary market without the headaches.

Electronics Insights
Electronic Component Sourcing: Overview and Advanced Advice

Explore the fundamentals of electronic component sourcing and learn advanced advice for optimizing your procurement process.

Electronics Insights
Understanding Passive Components: The Basics for Electronic Circuits

Our overview of what passive components are and where they're used.

Electronics Insights
Demystifying BOM Software: Understanding Features, Benefits, and Best Practices

Here's what you should expect from your BOM software to make your life easier.

Electronics Insights
Analytics That Matter: Measuring Metrics Supply Chain Managers Care About

Optimize supply chain performance with key metrics supply chain managers care about. Learn how to measure performance and improve efficiency.

Electronics Insights
Following the Money: The Importance of Financial Analysis in Supply Chain Management

Learn the importance of supply chain financial analysis for procurement professionals. Discover key metrics and strategies to make data-driven decisions.

Electronics Insights
Building Resilience in Your Supply Chain: Strategies and Best Practices

Discover strategies to build a resilient supply chain for electronic components. Mitigate disruptions and improve operations.

Electronics Insights
Unlocking the KPI Supply Chain: How You Can Transform Your Supply Chain with Analytics

Discover what KPIs you should focus on for a high-performing KPI supply chain.

Electronics Insights
Maximizing cost savings through strategic sourcing

Maximize your cost savings through strategic sourcing - tips, examples, and the role of a strategic sourcing manager. Learn more with Amplio.

Electronics Insights
Walmart's supply chain: A case study in innovation

Discover Walmart's impact on retail through an innovative supply chain: barcode scanning, big data, and sustainability.

Electronics Insights
Optimizing logistics for a more efficient supply chain

A guide on the impact of logistics on supply chain efficiency, covering optimization benefits, regression analysis and implementation strategies.

Electronics Insights
Ensuring Responsible Sourcing through Sustainable Supply Chain Practices

Learn how to implement sustainable supply chain practices and make a positive impact on the environment and society. Discover best practices and examples.

Electronics Insights
Electronics Manufacturing Acronyms 101

Stay up-to-date on electronics manufacturing acronyms with this comprehensive list. From BOM to FMEA, master industry lingo with this handy guide.

Electronics Insights
The top 10 manufacturing machines you should know about

Learn about the top 10 manufacturing machines that are essential for those working in the industry, including CNC machines, 3D printers, AGVs, and more.

Electronics Insights
Bill of Material (BOM) 101

Learn about the importance of bill of materials (BOMs) in supply chain management, including how they can be used to improve efficiency and reduce risk.

Electronics Insights
What is an EMS and how are the different from a CM?

Discover the history and growth of electronic manufacturing services and how they benefit companies by outsourcing production.

Electronics Insights
What are supply chain managers and why are they so important?

Supply chain managers are essential to businesses getting products to customers on time and at a reasonable price. Amplio makes any CSM’s life easier ✓

Electronics Insights
The Manufacturing of Semiconductors: A Bird's Eye View

Semiconductors are a key component of almost every industry. It’s essential to have a high-level understanding of the industry and where it’s heading.

Electronics Insights
The impact of tariffs on managing a global supply chain

Tariffs have both direct and indirect impacts on global business. Knowing what to expect will help you prepare for supply chain disruptions of any kind.

Electronics Insights
5 of the Most Common Supply Chain Management Risks in Electronic Components

Supply chains are complex processes built off of countless contributors. By knowing the most common risks to supply chains, you can actively minimize errors.

Electronics Insights
How to source a hard-to-find electronic part

Component shortages happen all the time, and they can have a major impact on your business. How do you prepare for supply chain disruptions?

Electronics Insights
What’s the difference between a rheostat and a potentiometer?

Unsure how to decide on a potentiometer or a rheostat? Dive into the differences and why one might work better than the other in certain situations.

Electronics Insights
Why does supply chain resilience matter?

Resilience helps managers adapt quickly and mitigate supply chain management risks without sacrificing profitability or sustainability along the way.

Electronics Insights
What are Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)?

The term “printed circuit board” (PCB) refers to both the actual board itself, its contents, and properties. A PCB is a multi-layer board that has…

Electronics Insights
What to look for in a manufacturing contract

From the different types of manufacturing agreements to the type of manufacturer itself, manufacturing contracts are confusing! Dive into some helpful tips!

Electronics Insights
What is a resilient supply chain?

Supply chain process management teams need resilience to withstand disruptions and still get products to the end customer.

Electronics Insights
What are ferrite beads and how do they work?

Understanding what ferrite beads are and how to use them isn’t as complicated as it sounds. Ferrite bead purpose: filter out...

Electronics Insights
How to increase electronic component sourcing power

Sourcing power is a business’s strength to source electrical parts even when primary electronic parts suppliers have problems. Find parts proactively…

Electronics Insights
How to choose your first contract manufacturer

Choosing the right CM or electronic parts supplier is essential. 1. Decide what your dealbreakers are 2. Invite bids from multiple companies 3. Ask for...

Electronics Insights
How to build a resilient supply chain

Clear and concise steps for removing risk in supply chain. 1. Mapping the supply chain 2. Buffer capacity 3. Manufacturing diversification 4. Multisourc…

Electronics Insights
How do the best engineers and supply chain managers work together?

What’s the benefit of supply chain management if supply chain managers don’t enable cross-department teams? Learn from the best & optimize logistics.

Electronics Insights
5 Ways to De-Risk Your Supply Chain

Get visibility into the supply chain. Focus on environmental risks. Implement the PPRR risk management model. Leverage contingency strategies. Invest in...

Current Events
Certifications 101 for Electronics Manufacturers

Improve customer trust and market access with relevant certifications for your electronics manufacturing business. Learn about getting certified.

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