Buying Trends for IoT Circuits and Sensors by Bridget McCrea on GlobalPurchasing.com Did you know that as the Internet of Things continues to evolve, buyers are seeing lower pricing on the sensors that go into their companies’ IoT devices and equipment? Envisioning an advanced level of network connectivity where everyday objects like refrigerators, toasters, and… Read More
3M Merger and Acquisition Activity
3M Merger and Acquisition Activity has been going on for years and in this recent article in Industrial Distribution, Jack Keough writes: Industrial giant 3M made it clear during a recent presentation to investors and analysts that it intends to continue as a major player in mergers and acquisitions activity with some deals possibly being… Read More
Anti Counterfeit and Risk Mitigation
Anti counterfeit and risk mitigation documents and procedures are becoming too common. Unfortunately it’s because of the growing number of counterfeit electronic parts. This is especially troublesome in the areas of defense. Terms that you should be familiar with: DOD – Department of Defense DODI – Department of Defense Instruction DFARS – The Defense Federal… Read More
Results from 2015 Salary Survey
Overview of results from 2015 Salary Survey – Who is the typical electronic components buyer? More than 700 purchasing professionals responded to Global Purchasing’s 2015 Profile and Salary Survey. This year, most purchasing professionals report earning average total compensation of $79,000, which includes a typical bonus of around $4,000, and stock or stock options totaling… Read More