From our COO and General Counsel
Robin B. Gray, Jr.
Federal Guidelines on Essential Infrastructure
It is ECIA's interpretation that many electronic component manufacturing operations, and supply chains supporting those operations, are deemed essential businesses and exempt for purposes of state/local shelter-in-place, stay-in-place and similar orders. This interpretation is based on a guidance document recently release by the Federal government's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) which forms the model for many state orders regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. While electronic component manufacturers are not specifically mentioned in the CISA guidance or state/local orders, it appears clear that component manufacturers (and distributors) are exempt if servicing the industries specifically identified as essential. Click here to read Robin Gray's March 23 article outlining the Federal Guidance on Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce. We have also posted a spreadsheet that notes each state’s actions with regard to COVID. Refer to ECIA’s Coronavirus Resource page for a list of reputable sites and information.
A World of Best Practices
The Global Industry Practices Committee is continuing to work on initiatives for the first half of 2020, but also focused on assisting with the COVID-19 pandemic wherever possible. Some recent news from NAM (National Association of Manufacturers) regarding the payment of tariffs during the current pandemic is a Customs case-by-case duty deferral. CBP (Customs Border Patrol) is approving, on a case-by-case basis, requests for extended deadlines to pay duties, taxes and fees due to COVID-19. To request a duty deferral, we encourage you to contact Randy Mitchell, Director, Commercial Operations Revenue and Entry (CORE) Division. CBP is also deliberating a more formal duty deferral policy in response to COVID-19, moving away from a case-by-case considerations and establishing a more concrete timeline. For more information, please contact Ali Aafedt.
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Industry Dashboard
Coronavirus Survey – Update 3
Results of Manufacturer & Distributor Survey Ended March 20, 2020
Dale Ford, Chief Analyst
With the spread of the Coronavirus / COVID-19 around the world there is a need to provide visibility on how this crisis is impacting the electronics components industry and the supply chain. In order to provide important visibility, ECIA has been conducting surveys of member manufacturing and distributor companies to gain an understanding of this fluid situation. ECIA has conducted four surveys, with a Synopsis of results posted to the Coronavirus Resources page of the website. Members have access to complete results by logging into the site.
The most recent survey was conducted between Monday, March 16th and Friday, March 20th. Despite the exponential growth of Coronavirus around the world, this survey shows a major jump in positive expectations regarding the impact on the ability of companies to supply customers on time. There is a large shift toward “no impact” and “minimal impact” in all three component segments with the largest share of responses falling in these categories.
2019 ECIA Executive Conference Recap
Vision 2020: Leading with Clarity
The 2019 Executive Conference is in the books! Thanks to all who participated by attending, sponsoring, exhibiting or presenting.
All conference presentations are available to attendees – access them via the ECIA Event App. Video will be available soon. Click here to read a thorough recap of the sessions.
Save the dates for the 2020 event – October 25-27 at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel.
Newsletter
April 01, 2020
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The latest episode of The Channel Channel podcast introduces David Loftus, ECIA President and CEO. The conversation covers David’s background and vision for the future of the Association.
