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.
Flextronics to build power facility in China
Singapore — Flextronics plans to develop a power manufacturing and service facility in Ganzhou, Jiangxi, aimed at supporting telcommunications, computing and consumer OEMs. The new facility will provide a range of power services, including standard chargers, magnetics and cables, along with reverse logistics and repair services for the power industry.
The vertically-integrated power campus is expected to be completed by April 2011 in a two-phase build-out.
Delphi Automotive intros an aluminum cable as an alternative to more expensive copper cabling in automotive applications.