Rise of the digital-first distributor

Waldom Electronics’ Owen Stiffler explains why distributors must combine digital accessibility, accurate data and trusted expertise to meet evolving customer expectations   Engineers and procurement teams increasingly expect the speed, transparency and accessibility of modern digital commerce alongside distributors’ expertise and reliability. A digital-first experience means buyers can quickly access accurate product data, inventory availability, pricing, documentation and ordering information with minimal friction.    Engineers and procurement professionals increasingly start their…

Associations supporting growth, quality and collaboration

ESNA’s publisher, Mark Leary, examines the role associations play in advancing standards, supporting purchasing and strengthening relationships in the electronics ecosystem   Exhibiting at the Del Mar Electronics Show, San Diego provided ESNA’s publisher, Mark Leary, with the opportunity to explore the role of associations within the North American electronic component supply chain.    Three associations were invited to contribute to this two page feature, to provide readers with an insight into their mission and how they…

Environmental groups call for stop to orbital datacentres

A coalition of environmental groups in the US is calling on the country’s Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for a “rigorous review” of space-based datacentre proposals. Highlighting the threat irreparable environmental … The post Environmental groups call for stop to orbital datacentres appeared first on Electronics Weekly.

ELCANO satellite payload integrates video, NIR, thermal imaging

ELCANO is the new generation of FlexSat satellites from Satlantis, the Spanish provider of high-res optical payloads. The Earth Observation payload integrates multiple sensors and advanced capabilities into a single … The post ELCANO satellite payload integrates video, NIR, thermal imaging appeared first on Electronics Weekly.