Supply Chain Connect

The semiconductor supply chain is facing unprecedented disruption from shifting global trade policies and tariffs. Hear from industry leader Frank Cavallaro, CEO of A2 Global Electronics + Solutions, on the challenges companies are navigating and the strategies they must employ to stay ahead. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

As we step into 2025, the manufacturing industry faces a landscape filled with both challenges and opportunities. From persistent labor shortages and supply chain disruptions to the rise of AI and clean technology, major shifts are reshaping the sector. In this episode, we break down Deloitte’s 2025 Manufacturing Industry Outlook and explore the five key trends set to define the year ahead. Visit...

The Association for Supply Chain Management ranks the 10 most important areas of focus for supply chain professionals in the coming year. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

The supply chain industry is rapidly evolving, with companies navigating a complex web of geopolitical tensions, technological advancements and shifting customer demands. In this episode, Tobey Gonnerman, President of Fusion Worldwide, shares insights on how his company is pivoting to capture future business opportunities and provide innovative solutions to support their clients’ supply chain need...

Drowning in data but struggling to turn it into actionable insights? Hear from industry experts from The Raymond Corporation on how to establish a data-driven decision-making process that drives real operational efficiencies in your supply chain. Learn the keys to capturing the right data, setting the right goals and leveraging that information to optimize your warehouse, logistics and manufacturi...

The container shipping industry is undergoing a critical digital transformation, with new standards and technologies poised to revolutionize the customer experience, reduce costs and drive sustainability. In this episode, Thomas Bagge, CEO of DCSA, and Thomas Morris, Senior Partner, UAE, of Finn Partners, provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of digitalization through an overview o...

Hear how Rochester Electronics is blending cutting-edge digital technologies like AI with a people-centric approach to transform the distribution landscape. Executive Vice President Colin Strother shares insights on Rochester's innovative strategies, from an AI superhero to personalized customer experiences, all while maintaining the human touch that is crucial in this industry. Visit us online at...

Sustainability is a top priority for electronics companies and their supply chain partners. In this episode, Mark Bollinger, Chief Globalization Officer at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect during electronica 2024 and discusses how distributors are stepping up to support their customers’ sustainability initiatives. Discover the ways Smith is helping electronics manufacturers reduce waste, repurpos...

Todd Burke, President of Global Business Development at Smith, joins Supply Chain Connect in this episode to discuss the evolving role of independent distributors in the semiconductor and electronics supply chain. Burke highlights the flexibility and global sourcing capabilities of independent distributors, as well as how the demand for independent distributors has surged post-COVID with their cap...

Todd Snow, Vice President of Global Purchasing at Smith, joins this episode to discuss the challenges—and solutions—when dealing with excess inventory. Snow explains that Smith helps customers manage excess inventory through various programs, including lot buys, consignment buys and the company’s new online marketplace, SmithTrade, which facilitates flexible selling, boasts a global reach, and emp...

Raj Sajnani, Global Head of Energy Procurement at Amazon, joins this episode to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence in the procurement process. From supply chain visibility to an autonomously sourced future, Sajnani describes the impact AI has had—and will have—on procurement professionals. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

The International Longshoremen’s Association strike has been suspended until January 15. What does this mean for your supply chain? Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

Ty Diedrick, Director of Strategic Initiatives at FDH Electronics, provides an overview of the current landscape across the military and aerospace electronics market, including challenges faced, growth segments, technology integration and more. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

Tom Muldowney, Vice President of Business Development at Galco Industrial Electronics, joins this episode to share his perspective on the state of the industry. Muldowney speaks on how industrial automation continues to drive innovation and demand; how supply chain disruptions may lie ahead—and the data aggregation practices you need in place in order to navigate such disruptions; and much more. V...

James Fu, Business Development Manager - North America at Win Source, joins this episode to discuss the digital transformation sweeping across the electronics supply chain. Fu explains that through the integration of advanced technologies and automation, data-driven decision making is taking precedence for distributors in order to optimize inventory management and forecasting. According to Fu, in...

Distributors in the electronics market are implementing value added services for their customers as organizations must navigate the challenges of inventory management, tariffs and geopolitical risks. Gil Orozco, Vice President of Product Management at Jameco Electronics, discusses how data analytics can bring forth the necessary efficiencies and supply chain visibility for customers as they traver...

In this episode of Counterfeit Chronicles, Smith and Fussner dig into the root causes of counterfeit activity. Understanding what makes a part most likely to become counterfeited starts with understanding the circumstances surrounding the counterfeit market—from e-waste to supply and demand and everything in between, learning what can lead to counterfeit activity can help stakeholders avoid fallin...

Geoff Tumang, Director of Materials at Bisco Industries, Inc., joins this episode to discuss how artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced technologies are being implemented into today’s distribution and procurement practices. Tumang emphasizes how data-driven processes and advanced technologies can establish supply chain resiliency and lead to enhanced procurement systems. Visit us o...

Jim Banovich, CEO of Marsh Electronics, and Eric Fieck, Territory Sales Manager, join this episode to discuss the importance of understanding a customer’s needs in today’s supply chain environment. Marsh Electronics has been expanding their service solutions and Jim and Eric speak on the success, and necessity, of meeting evolving customer expectations. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

Alex Iuorio, SVP of Global Supplier Development at Avnet, joins this episode to discuss all-things interconnect, passive and electromechanical. From the history of the market to how IP&E has fared through recent supply chain disruptions and why the future looks bright, Iuorio explains why the need for IP&E solutions has never been greater. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !

The numbers are in for counterfeit part reporting over the first half of 2024, and Richard Smith, Vice President of Business Development at ERAI, joins us to discuss the changes in counterfeit electronics activity. Test labs are delivering more results and new brands are being counterfeited. Everything procurement professionals need to hear is in this episode. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect...

Art Figueroa, Chief Operating Officer of Smith, explains how recent supply chain disruptions have impacted the semiconductor and electronics markets, as well as delivers insight into how his company leverages 40 years of experience to prepare for and navigate turmoil. Figueroa also shares information on where the market is heading and what stakeholders need to know so they too can succeed in the i...

It is no secret that the electronics and semiconductor markets ebb and flow, with peaks and troughs sometimes spanning years. Colin Strother, EVP of Rochester Electronics, shares his unique perspective as both a distributor and manufacturer of semiconductors and electronics as to how the industry is currently fairing and what is to come in the near future as the industry anticipates recovery. Visi...

Dr. Bill Bradford, President of Flip Electronics, joins us in this Innovation Destination - Executives Perspectives episode to discuss the state of the semiconductor and electronic component industry. From obsolescence solutions to component demand and growth factors, domestic chip manufacturing and more, Dr. Bradford shares his insight and expertise on what stakeholders in the market must be prep...

What does it take to set up a counterfeit mitigation program in your organization? This episode covers the ins-and-outs of getting a documented counterfeit mitigation program up and running, how to get your entire organization on board and how to make for better customer satisfaction. Visit us online at SupplyChainConnect.com !