July 24, 2024, ECIA Newsletter 

Research on the Value of Authorized Partners 

Texas A&M University research quantifies the value delivered by the authorized channel for components.

ECIA is proud to publish an updated study, "The Value Delivered by Authorized Channel Partners for Electronic Components", which delivers a model and value analysis of authorized distribution and independent manufacturers’ representatives for electronics component manufacturers. ECIA members and staff worked with a team of professors and graduate students from Texas A&M University’s Global Supply Chain Laboratory to conduct research and publish the new report. Texas A&M was selected for this project based on their ability to bring an independent perspective to the topic, the analytical capability they have developed with a highly recognized program dedicated to supply chain research, and their previous experience on the team conducting the original study.

The Report Foreword is available to all for reading. The full report and report summary are available to ECIA members only. Members can log in to view. 


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ECIA Service Partner Highlight 

Fidelity Solutions specializes in mission-critical, highly transactional web and mobile applications. We take an innovative approach to software solutions by implementing modern application development practices that include serverless computing, containerized applications, and virtualization. 

Their expertise also includes big data storage and retrieval; data analytics and dashboards; API development; multi-language translation services; search engine optimization. We craft practical and cost-effective solutions to complex problems using our architecture, engineering, design and development expertise.  

Read more.


 ECIA Remembers John Woodstock

The industry mourns the loss of John Woodstock, widely known for his work with Arrow Electronics and Woodstock Wire.

ECIA remembers John for his strong media and communications contributions in the electronics components industry. John was also an integral part of the creation and development of TrustedParts.com. 

ECIA sends many condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.


Lead Time Reporting Tool Available on TrustedParts.com



TrustedParts.com Introduces Detailed, On-Demand Factory Lead Time Reporting for ECIA Members

Obtaining electronic components is often simple. The TrustedParts.com electronic component search engine displays which authorized distributors have inventory on hand. Orders can be placed with those distributors, and the components may even ship on the same day.

However, for some electronic components, it’s not so easy. There may be high demand, limited or no inventory, and you must wait for the factory to produce more. That’s where factory lead time comes in, and TrustedParts.com now has reporting to help you plan for it. ECIA members are invited to take advantage of this new feature.

Read the blog post. 


ECIA Research and Analysis 

ECIA offers its members insight into the industry and a variety of market trends information. Members can log into the website and visit the Stats & Insights page to access an increasing number of statistical reports. Some are available to the public, some to members and others are only accessible to those who participate in the survey.

Recent reports:

Visit the stats and insights drop down menu on our website for more information.


Member of the Week

This week's Member of the Week is RAF Electronic Hardware, a component manufacturer for electronic hardware, threaded inserts for plastic, and high-volume screw machine products. Since 1975, RAF has offered a wide range of products in both American standard and metric dimensions for immediate delivery.

They have been an ECIA member since 1997! Congratulations to RAF Electronic Hardware.


Contact Info:

Electronic Components Industry Association

310 Maxwell Road, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009

678.393.9990
ECIA Remembers John Woodstock