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.
Avnet EM signs Abracon
Phoenix, Ariz. — Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas, a business region of Avnet, Inc., has signed a distribution agreement with Abracon Corp. Thd global distributor will sell Abracon’s complete line of precision frequency control, signal conditioning, clock distribution and inductive products in the Americas.
Abracon products range from crystal oscillators to micro-electronic machines (MEMs) oscillators to surface acoustic wave (SAW) filters. Abracon’s ultra-miniature surface-mount packaging extends across all of its product lines, and is well suited for handheld and wireless applications.
Products can be purchased at www.avnetexpress.com.
Delphi Automotive intros an aluminum cable as an alternative to more expensive copper cabling in automotive applications.