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Shortage or Noise? How to Read Q4 Component Risk Signals
Learn how to distinguish between real supply risks and market noise in Q4, ensuring informed procurement decisions and effective inventory management.
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Supply Chain
The True Cost of Excess Inventory: What the Balance Sheet Doesn't Show You
Discover the hidden costs of excess inventory beyond the balance sheet, including opportunity costs, value decay, and the importance of proactive communication.
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Excess Inventory
Your Excess Inventory Problem Has a Second Half
Discover effective strategies for managing excess inventory and maximizing value through tailored programs, not just one-time solutions.
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Industry News
The MLCC Market Is Sending Familiar Signals to the 2018 Squeeze.
The MLCC market is experiencing familiar signals resembling the 2018 shortage. Understand the current landscape and how to navigate the challenges ahead.
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Supply Chain
How a Top Electronics Manufacturer Survived the 2018 MLCC Shortage
Learn how the 2018 MLCC shortage affected manufacturing and discover strategies to secure critical components before future disruptions occur.
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Why Hybrid Distributors Are Crucial to OEM Success
Hybrid distributors offer OEMs the flexibility, sourcing power, and risk mitigation needed to succeed in today’s volatile supply chain landscape.
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Supply Chain
Component Testing & Inspection: Ensuring Quality in Your Supply Chain
Learn how component testing and inspection services like XRF, decapsulation, and more safeguard your supply chain against counterfeit and defective parts.
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Supply Chain
How OEMs Can Tackle Supply Chain Disruptions in 2025
Learn how OEMs can build supply chain resilience and tackle disruptions with smart sourcing, scenario planning, and risk mitigation solutions.
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Supply Chain
How OEMs Can Benefit from Supply Chain Data Analytics
Discover how supply chain data analytics helps OEMs improve forecasting, reduce risk, and optimize inventory for a more agile, resilient operation.
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Why OEMs Need a Strong Product Lifecycle Management Strategy
A strong product lifecycle management strategy helps OEMs navigate obsolescence and control inventory for long-term supply chain stability.
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Supply Chain
Excess Inventory Management: Creating Value in Your Supply Chain
Manage excess inventory with strategies that recover value, reduce costs, & optimize operations. See how Sensible Micro helps OEMs monetize surplus stock.
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Supply Chain
Overcoming Electronics Supply Chain Shortages: A Strategy for OEMs
Avoid production delays with smart strategies to tackle supply chain shortages. Sensible Micro helps OEMs secure components and stay ahead of disruptions.
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How Supply Chain Optimization Reduces Component Costs for OEMs
Cut costs and improve efficiency with a supply chain optimization partner. Strategic sourcing and vendor inventory management reduce component expenses.
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How OEMs Overcome Shortage Obstacles for Electronic Components
Prepare for future semiconductor and electronic component shortages with strategies and part shortage solutions that protect production.
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Supply Chain
8 Tips For Strategic Cost Reductions in the Electronics Supply Chain
Buyers of electronic components — here are eight strategic cost reductions that will mitigate risks, reduce overhead, and improve margins.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
The Role of High-Power Microscopy in Component Lab Inspections
High-power microscopy is a method of highly magnified visual examination used to confirm quality and detect anomalies during component inspections.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Why Quality Control Inspections Matter For Electronic Components
Counterfeit and subpar parts have risen by more than 35%. Learn how quality control inspection can help protect your business and your customers.
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Supply Chain
4 Ways An Obsolescence Management Partner Drives Your Supply Chain
Obsolescence management is part careful preparation, part fortune-telling, and part resourcefulness. A supply chain partner can make it easier.
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Quality Assurance
4 Inspection Methods To Identify Counterfeit Electronic Components
Counterfeit electronic components disrupt supply chain operations. Here are 4 methods to identify and inspect for counterfeit electronic parts.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Solderability Testing for Electronic Components
Solderability testing helps confirm lead integrity. This post covers the basis of solderability testing and its importance on older electronic components.
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Supply Chain
3 Reasons to Source Electronic Components From a Hybrid Distributor
Hybrid distribution channels help you to source electronic components easier and faster through existing relationships and early intel on breaking news.
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Have Excess Inventory? Find a Trusted Electronic Components Buyer.
You don’t have to collect dust when you collect ROI. Sensible Micro finds trusted, motivated electronic components buyers for all of your excess inventory.
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Supply Chain
Obsolescence Management Before It Becomes A Problem
Electronic components are becoming obsolete more quickly every year. A proactive 7-step approach to obsolescence management will save time and money.
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Quality Assurance
How to Vet New Suppliers When Sourcing Electronic Components
Sourcing electronic components blindly creates risks for your brand. Here’s how to carefully verify quality and authenticity from a new supplier.
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Quality Assurance
5 Advanced Component Testing Capabilities At Sensible Micro
Sensible Micro utilizes advanced component testing capabilities including low-power electrical, curve trace analysis, automated reel-to-reel, and more.
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Supply Chain
How an Independent Distributor Helps With Supplier Risk Mitigation
Independent distributors support your supplier risk mitigation strategy with solutions ranging from alternative sourcing to QA and counterfeit avoidance.
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Sensible Micro News
October Sensible Semiconductor News Update for 2023
In this month's Sensible Micro semiconductor news: Nvidia, AMD hit with export restrictions, Intel expands in Costa Rica and scraps TSI deal, and more.
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Sensible Micro News
September Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Global skills gap at tipping point, new applications for diamonds in semiconductors, dissolving circuit boards, and EU investments in this month’s update.
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Sensible Micro News
August Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Read about the global microchip shortage, production cuts in auto manufacturing, smarter EV batteries, and a new partnership for 100% recycled titanium.
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Sensible Micro News
July Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Get the latest news about the semiconductor industry, including how the growing tensions between the U.S. and China are impacting chip production and future plans.
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Supply Chain
How to Balance Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management
Demand forecasting and inventory management are more crucial than ever. Learn how OEMs are taking proactive steps to better manage both.
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Sensible Micro News
June Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Skin-like and stretchable semiconductors, fully-charged EV batteries in 5 minutes, and updates on global chip shortages. Read the June Sensible semiconductor news update.
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Supply Chain
8 Benefits of Adopting Supply Chain Risk Management for Electronics
OEMs must take proactive steps to mitigate supply chain risk. Discover the benefits of adopting supply chain risk management and how to do it.
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Sensible Micro News
May Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Read our semiconductor news roundup on U.S. semiconductor growth, tensions in China and Taiwan, EMS revenue reports, and new vehicle regulations.
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Industry News
April Sensible Semiconductor News Update for 2023
Top semiconductor news stories for April from Sensible Micro, including new tech breakthroughs, chip market updates, and the push for sustainability.
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Sensible Micro News
March Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Get the latest electronic component news from leading sources and industry experts, compiled by the team at Sensible Micro.
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Supply Chain
6 Supply Chain Risk Management Strategies For Electronic Components
Adopting appropriate supply chain risk management strategies helps businesses safeguard operations against late deliveries, unreliable vendors, counterfeit products and ...
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Sensible Micro News
February Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Microelectronics experts recap the latest semiconductor news for busy engineers, managers, buyers, suppliers, and distribution professionals.
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Supply Chain
The Impact of Inflation on Global Supply Chain Risks
Logistics professionals at Sensible Micro weigh in on the effect of inflation on global supply chain risks worldwide.
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Supply Chain
Lean vs. Agile Supply Chain: Where’s the Competitive Advantage?
Understanding the difference between lean vs. agile supply chains involves understanding how both supply chains reduce costs, minimize inventory counts, and service ...
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Supply Chain
Supply Chain: 2023 Predictions
What should you expect regarding the supply chain for electronic components in 2023? We forecast demand, supply, sourcing, pricing, and planning for what's ahead.
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Sensible Micro News
SMC Returns As Official Sponsor For 2023 Valspar Championship
Sensible Micro is a proud sponsor of the 2023 Valspar Championship, an official PGA Tour event. Come join in on the fun!
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Industry News
December Sensible Semiconductor News Update
This semiconductor news update covers the role of the CHIPS Act in the nuclear fusion announcement, embedded electronics trends, and Electronica 2022.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Turn to Electronic Testing Services When Vetting New Suppliers
Evaluating new suppliers is easier with fully outfitted third-party electronic testing services for counterfeit detection, quality assurance, and more.
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Industry News
November Sensible Semiconductor News Update for 2022
This semiconductor news update covers the deflation of the broader semiconductor market, and an alarming trend in regulatory compliance testing.
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Industry News
October Sensible Semiconductor News for 2022
This semiconductor news update covers the progress of the semiconductor shortage, current procurement trends, and advancements in chip design closure.
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Industry News
September Sensible Semiconductor News Update (Part 2)
This semiconductor news update covers the emergence of CXL-attached memory, Ultra-Low-Power chips, and the promise of the 1 trillion transistor package!
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Industry News
September Sensible Semiconductor News Update (Part 1)
This semiconductor news update covers electronics supply chain agility, the impact of inflation, and whether chips should be considered infrastructure.
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Industry News
August Sensible Semiconductor News Update
This semiconductor news update covers Micron’s reaction to the CHIPS Act, TI’s shift towards automotive, and the price swoon for consumer chips.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Dip-and-Look vs. Wetting Balance Methods For Solderability Testing
There are two primary styles of solderability testing for electronic components. Learn the pros and cons of each in this comparison.
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Industry News
June Sensible Semiconductor News Update
This semiconductor news update covers the new Bluetooth LE MCUs from TI, New York’s “Righ to Repair” bill, and an STMicro/GlobalFoundries factory venture.
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Industry News
Recycled Electronic Components & Marking Permanency Tests
Counterfeiters often re-mark recycled electronic components and reintroduce them to US supply chains. Use marking permanency tests to avoid them.
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Supply Chain
The Hybrid Approach to Solving Your Components Supply Shortage
Avoid the worst challenges of a supply shortage by leveraging the expanding electronic component sourcing options of a hybrid distributor.
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Industry News
May Sensible Semiconductor News Update
This semiconductor news update covers the global semiconductor market, the arrival of Rad-Hard FRAM, and a U.S. anti-countefeiting bill named SEERA.
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Quality Assurance
The Importance of Quality Assurance Certifications in the Supply Chain
When you and your partners hold quality assurance certifications from ISO and other leading international organizations, the whole supply chain benefits.
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro Announces Appointment of New Chief Operating Officer
Willie Geter has joined the Sensible Micro team as COO, Leader for Business Foundation Enhancements & Catalyst for Supply Chain, Distribution and Business ...
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Industry News
April Sensible Semiconductor News Update | 2022
This semiconductor news update covers the continued impact of COVID on the supply chain, a notable rebound for MCUs, and signs of a logistics labor strike.
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Quality Assurance
The 7 Most Important QA Certifications, Including ISO 9001:2015
These 7 QA certifications are strong indicators of an electronics supply chain partner that’s truly committed to quality.
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Supply Chain
5 Perks of a Distributor With an Electronic Component Inspection Lab
When a distributor has their own electronic component inspection lab, you can be assured of quality, leverage custom test plans, and consolidate sourcing.
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Supply Chain
Where Can I Source Components to Maintain My Obsolete Inventory?
You can mitigate the obstacles of sourcing for an obsolete inventory with these 5 sourcing strategies for EOL components.
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Industry News
March Sensible Semiconductor News Update
This semiconductor news update takes a look at the shortages that are hanging manufacturers out to dry, the impact of the war, and changes in DDR3 supply.
Read article2022 Component Breakdown: Mergers, The Chips ACT, and Shortages
Be on the lookout for these trends in electronic components shortages, the fallout of big mergers, and the influx of funding from the CHIPS Act in 2022.
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Quality Assurance
9 Anti-Counterfeiting Solutions For Obsolete Components
Get on top of counterfeit ICs with these nine anti-counterfeiting solutions from the state-of-the-art Sensible Micro testing lab.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Embedded System Design: SoC, FPGA, or SoC FPGA?
Embedded systems often have tight design constraints. SoC and FPGA technologies can offer power, flexibility, and speed in a small form factor.
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Industry News
January Sensible Semiconductor News Update
In this month’s semiconductor news update, we’ll look at vertical transistor technology, Wi-Fi 6E chipsets, and other tech innovations on the immediate horizon.
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Industry News
November Sensible Semiconductor News Update | 2021
3Q21 is in the books, and it had some surprises. Learn why, and how the stage is set for Q4, in this semiconductor news update.
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Supply Chain
Using Safety Stock To Efficiently Manage Your Electronics Supply Chain
How do you set the right safety stock level to protect against variability while minimizing inventory costs? Here’s what to keep in mind.
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Supply Chain
Supply Chain Fallout — Top 7 Hardest Hit Industries
Supply chain issues have plagued the automotive, apparel, food, healthcare, manufacturing, tech, and telecom industries worse than most.
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Supply Chain
3 Game-Changing Benefits of Vendor Consolidation
The benefits of vendor consolidation outweigh the costs—especially if your chosen vendor leverages a resilient hybrid network to ensure a reliable supply.
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Supply Chain
Vendor Consolidation In The Fully Optimized Supply Chain
The benefits of vendor consolidation are significant. But how can you avoid the risks of under-diversification while achieving an optimized supply chain?
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Industry News
October Sensible Semiconductor News Update
Not all brands are maxing out production to meet shortage demands. Learn why, and how your input matters to the U.S., in this semiconductor news update.
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Industry News
Global Chip Shortage Could Impact Electronic Retailers’ Holiday Season
The global chip shortage has businesses heading into prime buying season. Prices on semiconductors are still rising. Here’s what you can do.
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Industry News
Automotive Chip Shortage Gets Worse, What This Means For You
The automotive chip shortage is pushing automakers to the limit in late 2021. Here are a few takeaways and strategic actions to help you get through it.
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What It’s Like to Work at Sensible Micro
Sensible Micro’s talented and growing team frequently has openings that span everything from lab technicians to customer relationship professionals.
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Supply Chain
3 Purchasing Strategies That Help Electronic Component Buyers Do More With Less
Not all component purchasing strategies are equal. Smaller purchases, a consolidated (and hybridized) supplier network, and pre-rated vendors can help.
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Industry News
Navigating the Global Semiconductor Shortage
The global semiconductor shortage has impacted industries from automotive to consumer electronics to medical devices. Is it ending any time soon?
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Industry News
Authorized Line Spotlight: Reflex CES
We’re diving into REFLEX CES, a leading manufacturer of high-density FPGA-based boards on our authorized line card. Here are some of their newest products.
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Supply Chain
5 Things Electronic Component Buyers Should Demand From Their Suppliers
Electronic component suppliers should offer comprehensive sourcing, in-house testing, a web portal, technical knowledge, and a strategic/tactical mindset.
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Supply Chain
Here's the Secret Sauce Your Electronic Component Procurement Strategy is Missing
Fine-tune your component procurement strategy with a trust checklist that prioritizes transparency, certifications, testing, and vendor vetting.
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4 Procurement Tips to Turn Electronic Component Buyers Into Rockstars
Procurement success ultimately comes down to your choice of electronic component distributor. Prioritize hybrid lines, IDEA certification, and more.
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Corporate Social Responsibility
SMC Returns As Official Sponsor For 2021 Valspar Championship
Sensible Micro is a proud sponsor of the Birdie Challenge at the 2021 Valspar Championship of the PGA Tour. Come join in on the fun!
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Industry News
The Motherboard Shortage & Resilience in the Electronics Supply Chain
The motherboard shortage began in 2020, but many factors may continue to stress component supply into 2022. Developing supply chain resilience will be key.
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Quality Assurance
Does Your Electronic Component Distributor Really Know Medical Tech?
Few electronic component distributors can offer fully vetted authorized lines, IDEA certifications, and sophisticated QA testing with an in-house lab.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
6 Benefits of On-Site Electronic Component Testing With Sensible Micro
Eliminate the complexity of external testing facilities. As your distributor, Sensible Micro will handle electronic component testing processes in-house.
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Supply Chain
9 Key Medical Supply Chain KPIs For the Economic Recovery
The 9 medical device supply chain KPIs discussed here encompass 4 general targets across the industry and 5 for the critical area of Quality Management.
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Supply Chain
Why Hybrid Distribution = Accurate, Fast & Reliable Service
A hybrid distribution system opens up options from authorized, direct, and independent lines, all through a single distributor. This is why it works.
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Industry News
Industry News: AKM Plant Fire
10/20/20 A fire occurred at the AKM plant in Nobeoka-shi, Japan. The IC market has been affected; Price hikes & electronic component shortages expected.
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Quality Assurance
ANSI/ESD S20.20 Certified Distributor
An ANSI/ESD S20.20 certified distributor maintains an electrostatic discharge control program, thus providing quality electronic components.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Electronic Component Testing: Low Power Electrical
Low power electrical analysis helps to identify substandard electronic components. Learn more about this and the electronic test equipment used.
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Quality Assurance
Supply Chain Disruption in Electronics Manufacturing
Supply chain disruptions in electronics manufacturing can’t be anticipated. Learn how they differ from volatility and how to deal with them.
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Industry News
Update: COVID-19 Impact on Electronic Component Manufacturing
08.06.20 Electronic Component Industry COVID19 Update: Sensible Micro's official COVID statement & information on prominent suppliers & mail carriers
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Supply Chain
Peripheral Component Interconnect Express
Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) is the industry standard for internal computer component connections & is used in FPGA PCIe boards.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
Electronic Component Testing: Decapsulation & Delidding
Decapsulation & delidding are commonly used in electronic component testing to mitigate counterfeit electronic components. Learn more...
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Supply Chain
3 Reasons to Use System on Modules (SoM) in Embedded System Design
System on Modules (SoMs) are small, integrated single-board computers used in embedded system design. Here are the top 3 reasons they're used.
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Industry News
Electronic Manufacturing & Component News: June
Electronic manufacturing & component news for June includes NOR Flash ASP trends, higher ocean freight rates, industry acquisitions, new products & more.
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Supply Chain
Obsolete Electronic Component Options
When faced with obsolete electronic components, it’s important for OEM and EMS buyers to know what their options are to address their production needs
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Quality Assurance
CCAP-101 Certified - Counterfeit Components Avoidance Program
Counterfeit Components Avoidance Program CCAP-101 was developed for use by independent electronic component distributors. Sensible Micro was one of the first to be ...
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Supply Chain
Tantalum Capacitor vs Ceramic
Knowing the differences between tantalum capacitors and ceramic can be beneficial in identifying alternatives during shortages.
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Electronic Component Testing & Inspection
XRF Analysis
In electronics, XRF analysis is used to determine the elemental composition of electronic components for quality, compliance and counterfeit mitigation.
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Sensible Micro News
15 Years of Sensible Electronic Component Distribution
May marks Sensible’s 15th year as a reliable electronic component distributor! We've achieved so much, including the 15 items highlighted in this post.
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Industry News
Electronics Component Industry: May News
This month’s roundup includes impacts on the electronics industry caused by COVID-19, NAND Flash memory revenue growth, new product announcements & more.
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Corporate Social Responsibility
Sensible Micro Donates To Special Operations Warrior Foundation
As a corporate social responsibility effort & to honor fallen heroes, Sensible Micro donated to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation for Memorial Day.
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Supply Chain
What are Embedded Systems?
What are embedded systems? This post answers this question, providing an overview of embedded systems as well as benefits and industry applications.
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Supply Chain
What Are the Different Types of Batteries? Answer & Market Insights
What are the different types of batteries? This post answers the question and provides current market insights.
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Supply Chain
4 Tips for Strategic Cost Reduction in Manufacturing
Strategic cost reduction in manufacturing is often taken during procurement, stressing buyers. Here are 4 cost reduction tips for OEM & EMS buyers.
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Supply Chain
Electronics Component Industry: April News
This month’s roundup includes Cypress’ acquisition by Infineon, COVID-19’s impact on the electronics industry, new product announcements & more.
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Supply Chain
Crystals Oscillators in the Electronics Industry
Crystal oscillators are commonly used in frequency control devices. This article explains the basics of crystal oscillators & the market forecast.
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Supply Chain
Cables and Connectors in Electronic Manufacturing
Cables and connectors are some of the most commonly used components in the electronics industry. This article explains the basics of cables and connectors and the market ...
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro Authorized to distribute REFLEX CES Modules & FPGA Boards
Sensible Micro has added REFLEX CES to their authorized line card, a leading manufacturer of FPGA boards and SoMs (system on modules).
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Supply Chain
Temperature Sensors: About & Market Insights
All electronic components have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including temperature sensors. In this post, we highlight current memory market insights and cover ...
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Industry News
Electronics Component Industry: March News
This month’s roundup includes new product announcements, Bosch’s rapid COVID-19 test, factory closures and more
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Supply Chain
NAND: What is it? & Market Forecast
With the COVID-19 pandemic, all electronic components have been affected, including NAND flash memory. In this post, we highlight current memory market forecasts and ...
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Supply Chain
DRAM: What is it? & Market Forecast
The Dynamic Random Access Memory market has been steadily growing. This article explains the basics of DRAM and the market forecast.
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Industry News
Top Industry Trends and Forecasts of 2020 (so far…)
Here are the latest trends and forecasts in the electronics industry, from market growth & tariffs to challenges for buyers & product changes sans notice.
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Supply Chain
5 Ways to Buy Electronic Components
The electronics industry has grown & supply chain demand has increased; Electronics manufacturers must rethink how they buy electronic components.
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Industry News
Electronics Component Industry: February News
This month’s roundup includes company acquisitions by AMETEK and Nokia, factory closures, and new products by Marvell, Xilinx, and ON Semiconductor.
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Corporate Social Responsibility
Sensible Micro Joins 2020 Valspar Championship as an Official Sponsor
Sensible Micro is proud to announce its continued sponsorship at the 2020 Valspar Championship, an official PGA TOUR event. Come join in on the fun!
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Sensible Micro News
ZEUS Battery Products: Sensible Micro’s Newest Authorized Line
Sensible Micro has added Zeus Battery Products, a leading battery manufacturer and strategic supplier to their authorized line card.
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Quality Assurance
RoHS - Retinning may be a Solution
RoHS 3 & other industry directives have impacted component manufacturing & supply. Retinning is a popular way to manage & convert now non-compliant parts.
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: January News
This months roundup includes IDT operating as Renesas, Microchip cutting jobs, PC trends,new products by TI, Micron, STMicroelectronics, Infineon and more
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Supply Chain
Striking the Right Balance: The Importance of Safety Stock in Stocking Programs
Safety stock is essential to an inventory stocking program. This ensures that OEMs and EMS providers have the products needed, despite market shortages.
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Quality Assurance
How QMS Can Help Protect the Electronic Component Supply Chain
Counterfeit & defect components are a risk to supply chains. Learn the 4 elements that should be in a supplier & distributor’s quality management system.
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Supply Chain
Capacitors 101
From mica capacitors, to film capacitors, to ceramic capacitors and more, Sensible Micro is able to source various capacitor types for your needs.
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Industry News
Electronics Component Industry: December News
This months roundup includes USI's plan to acquire Asteelflash, wearable tech projections, new products by KEMET, ST Micro, Kioxia, and Microchip and more
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Supply Chain
Biometric Sensors: The Latest Security Advancement
Biometric sensors are the latest in security and identification advancements. This article explores the history of biometric sensors, Biometric screening devices and ...
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Supply Chain
Resistors 101: Types of Resistors and their Functions
From passive resistors to variable resistors like potentiometers, souring the various types of resistors depends on having a reliable distributor.
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro Brings STOCKO Sensibilities to North American Market
Sensible Micro is proud to be an exclusive North American distributor of STOCKO connector systems, crimp contacts, solderless terminals, and more.
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: November News
Industry updates include KEMET acquired by Yageo, Silicon wafer shipments down, Intel CPU shortage, new products by Xilinx, Murata, and TDK and more.
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Supply Chain
How JIT Delivery Benefits Your Business
JIT delivery also known as just-in-time delivery and inventory management strategies can help OEM & EMS companies reduce costs, waste, and increase profit.
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Supply Chain
The Emergence of USB-C Power Supplies
USB type C is increasingly becoming the standard of power supplies for consumer technology. More on the benefits of USB-C power delivery.
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Supply Chain
Turning Trash Into Treasure: Intro to E-Waste Consignment & Recycling
E-waste solutions and excess inventory management programs can help OEM & EMS companies make their excess obsolete electronic components profitable.
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: October News
Updates in the industry include Lite-On Semi acquired by Diodes, microprocessor sales projection, new products by NXP, AVX, and Geyer and more.
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Quality Assurance
The Economic Impact of Counterfeit Goods
The economic impact of counterfeit goods, including counterfeit electronic components, counterfeit semiconductors, and the industries impacted.
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Supply Chain
System on a Chip (SoC): The Future of Computing?
The growth of System on a Chip (SoC) technology is being bolstered by the expanding IoT market. SoCs appear to be the future of computing.
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Industry News
Lessons Learned from the Global Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC) Shortage
The global Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor (MLCC) shortage will last into 2020. Avoid future component shortages with tips like scheduling stock, alternative components, ...
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Industry News
US-China Trade War Continues to Intensify
Discussion on the latest 10% and 5% tariff increase in the US-China tariff wars. More on the implications of US-imposed tariff of Lists 1,2, 3 & 4 goods.
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: September News
Highlights include SMTC Corporation China exit, semiconductor acquisitions pick up, new products by Vishay, TDK, TE Connectivity, NXP and more.
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro Now Authorized to Distribute Wall Industries Products
Sensible Micro Now Authorized to Distribute Wall Industries Products
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: August News
Updates in the industry include the seizing of 1.8m counterfeit electronic components and the launch of the world's smallest quartz crystals.
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Quality Assurance
NIST/ DFARS Cybersecurity Self-Compliance
Sensible Micro ensures clientele information is protected with DFARS plans and documentation in place.
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: July News
Get a roundup of major electronics industry news including the slowing of memory chip production, a shift in focus on AI, and more.
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Quality Assurance
RoHS 3 - RoHS Directive Synopsis
RoHS 3 - Latest RoHS Directive and RoHS meaning: Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive plus a synopsis of RoHS
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro is now the exclusive distributor for STOCKO in North America
STOCKO & Sensible Micro have formed an exclusive partnership, providing local customer service support, custom scheduling, and stocking packages for STOCKO's ...
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Corporate Social Responsibility
New Possibilities for Youth STEM Involvement in Tampa Bay
the Advanced Manufacturing & Robotics Center (AMRoC), part of the FCDI, opened a Fab Lab in Tampa June 8. AMRoC introduces young people to STEM programs & ...
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Industry News
Electronic Components Industry: June News
Get a roundup of major electronics industry news, such as big mergers, new plant expansions, and supply chain disruption trends.
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Industry News
Finding Long Life-Cycle Support for Crystal Oscillators
Long-life cycle support for crystal oscillators is important to mitigate EOL notification issues. Component manufacturers, like Geyer Electronic, can help.
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Supply Chain
Should You Request a Component Inspection Report?
An inspection report provides valuable information on the quality and condition of component orders. They are especially important for OEM/ESM providers.
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Quality Assurance
3 Ways to Mitigate Quality Control Issues with Component Distributors
A component distributor with quality control issues can severely impact a supply chain. Find out what questions to ask about a quality management system.
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Supply Chain
3 Ways to Avoid Component Shortages
Component availability issues in the electronics industry has become a serious problem for purchasing agents and design teams.
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Quality Assurance
10 Questions to Ask for Finding a Quality Driven Distributor
10 questions you should ask a supplier or component distributor before making them a supply chain vendor to ensure a high level of quality assurance
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Quality Assurance
What Is ISO Certification And How Valuable Is It
This post answers, what is ISO certification and explains how ISO certification adds value to a electronic component distributor's products & services.
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Supply Chain
Top 3 Impacts of Longer Lead Times
Long lead time components can heavily impact your business’s bottom line. Learn the three ways extended lead time affects your manufacturing operations.
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Sensible Micro News
Sensible Micro Corporation Partners With Geyer Electronic
Sensible Micro Corporation Partners With GEYER ELECTRONIC To Expand Quartz Crystal, Oscillator & High-Quality Battery Offerings.
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