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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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

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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.

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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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The impact of inflation on the electronics supply chain

Learn about the impact of inflation on the electronics supply chain and how companies can mitigate its effects on their operations.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 ✓

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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Group buying and the electronic component market

Group buying is a great way to get your hands on electronic components at a lower price. But how do you know if you're getting the best deal?

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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.

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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.

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What are PCBs or Printed Circuit Boards?

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…

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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!

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What is a resilient supply chain?

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

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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...

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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…

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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...

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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…

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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.

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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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Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain 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.

Supply Chain Insights