Chuck CimaloreFrom Chuck CimaloreGlobal LogisticsPLM Provides Much Needed Supply Chain Process Control and TraceabilityThe global electronics contract manufacturing market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.74 percent from 2012-2016, according to TechNavio analysts. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the need for original equipment manufacturers to optimize resources. With the fast-paced product development environment of high-tech electronics manufacturers, creating a closed-loop, traceable collaboration process with their contract manufacturing partners and suppliers is key to product efficiencies, quality, compliance and meeting time-to-market goals.December 16, 2014All TechnologySupplier Management with PLM-Early Visibility Key to Optimize Sourcing StrategiesIt's no surprise that supply chains are growing in complexity as manufacturers continue to globalize in order to reduce costs and expand their market. With this shift, manufacturers need to take a new approach to managing their supply chains by finding ways to improve communication with suppliers, obtain early visibility into sourcing information and better mitigate supplier risk.January 2, 2013Page 1 of 1