High-Tech/Electronics

SPX: Getting Suppliers in Line Means Starting Small, But Thinking Big

April 1, 2005

A large industrial-products manufacturer works to bring its supplier base into the 21st Century, but not through the use of expensive EDI systems.

Negotiating Better Ocean Contracts When Capacity is Tight

April 1, 2005

Thomas Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Though the market advantage has shifted away from shippers, DuPont still manages to acquire ocean services that provide competitive advantage across its supply chains.

Where in the World? The Best Locations for Supply-chain Management Facilities

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Site location for supply-chain facilities is a strategic priority for the world's largest companies that increasingly rely on technology, outsourcing and extended business processes.

For Retail Giants, IT Prowess Is the Price of Admission

February 1, 2005

Want to sell to Wal-Mart? Be careful what you wish for. Big retailers are demanding a high level of IT sophistication from vendors large and small.

Sun Micro Stops Handling Its Parts Management in Pieces

February 1, 2005

Preaching the gospel of Six Sigma, the company takes a global approach to the coordination of after-market parts planning, inventories and distribution.

Company Size Doesn't Always Dictate Supply-Chain Complexity

February 1, 2005

A mid-sized manufacturer and distributor of industrial seals struggles with short lead times, a varied product line and the need for excellent customer service.

Controlling Transportation Is Crucial to Solectron's Recovery

February 1, 2005

The electronics manufacturing services provider aims for a return to profitability through managing both inbound and outbound, and offering value-added logistics services to OEMs.

A Complex Supply Chain Doesn't Require Multiple Applications

February 1, 2005

When it comes to the deployment of systems that control a global high-tech manufacturing operation, Molex's motto is: Keep it simple.

Air Products Cuts Down on Maverick Spend, and Saves Millions

February 1, 2005

Top management ought to be pleased when employees show personal initiative and think for themselves-except when it comes to choosing key suppliers.

Carriers, Shippers Mitigate Losses From HOS Rules, But Worry About Round Two

January 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy- Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

Productivity losses from the new hours-of-service rules have been less than anticipated, thanks to efforts by shippers and carriers, but both sides worry about additional changes that may be on the way.

High-Tech/Electronics

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the technology and electronics industries. Learn how high-tech and electronics companies and their suppliers around the world are managing the flow of products across all channels of the enterprise. Experts sound off on forecasting and demand planning, supply-chain visibility, logistics outsourcing, inventory optimization, transportation management, warehouse management, supply-chain security, corporate social responsibility and more.