ESNA spoke with ReSolve, part of Arrow's newly launched reverse logistics group, which also includes Intechra, an IT asset disposition services company and Converge, an independent distributor, to discuss the importance of a reverse supply chain logistics program. 
The aftermath of Japan's earthquake last month has left the electronics supply chain struggling with production stoppages and shipment delays of electronic components and raw materials supply.
Because the DRAM market is highly volatile the current buyer's market could quickly swing into a seller's market during the second half of 2011. Buyers will need to keep an eye on several key issues.
Saft to build lithium-ion battery factory in Florida
Jacksonville, Fla. — Saft is planning to build a new lithium-ion (Li-ion) factory in Jacksonville, Florida, that will roughly generate 279 jobs in the area over the next six years, thanks to a $95 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The project is estimated to cost about $200 million.
The new high-volume manufacturing facility, located at Cecil Commerce Center, will build advanced Li-ion cells and batteries for military hybrid vehicles, aviation, smart-grid support, broadband back-up power and energy storage for renewable energy.
“Florida is stepping onto the world stage as a major marketplace for advanced energy technologies,” said Governor Charlie Crist, in a statement. “We are excited about Saft establishing their lithium-ion factory in Florida, and we look forward to their being a part of Florida’s renewable energy future.”
Construction is scheduled to some time over the next few months and be completed before the end of 2010.
Delphi Automotive intros an aluminum cable as an alternative to more expensive copper cabling in automotive applications.