Lockdowns in China Threaten Global Supply Chain Recovery

By Logan Wamsley

Kunshan, China is one of the of the most important technology hubs in the global supply chain. Located approximately 30 miles west of Shanghai, it is the location of many Taiwanese-owned facilities such as Unimicron Technology, Eson Precision, and Elite Material that produce circuit boards for industries ranging from consumer electronics to automotive. Unimicron, for…

COVID-19 Brings The Risk of Counterfeit Components to Forefront

By Logan Wamsley

Among the many issues supply chains have had to address amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, one that has not made as many headlines is the increase in the number of bad actors willing to take advantage of a strained supply market with counterfeit components and products. Counterfeits Are Widespread When supply is low and coupled with…

The Post-Pandemic Supply Chain: What Will It Look Like

By Logan Wamsley

Crises on the level of the one currently being experienced around the world are not known to have short-term repercussions. In fact, many leave behind aspects of life that can still be felt to this day. The Great Depression, for example, redefined the role government plays within the financial system, while the 9/11 attacks permanently…

Partstat Partner Newswire: December 2019

By Logan Wamsley

Mouser, TTI Continue Formula E All-Electric Racing Sponsorship For the sixth straight year, Mouser will be sponsoring the GEOX Dragon racing team for the 2019-20 ABB FIA Formula E Championship racing season. The sponsorship will be done in collaboration with TTI, Inc., Molex, and AVX. Former Formula One and World Endurance Car champion Brendon Hartley…

Partstat Partner Newswire: November 2019

By Logan Wamsley

None of the solutions we offer as the industry’s only complete Electronic Component Lifecycle Platform would be viable without the data we rely on from our partners. To provide additional value to our customers and keep a pulse on the state of the industry, we offer a brief monthly post that highlights notable news and…