Which Electronic Component Disposal Option Do You Prefer?

The majority of manufacturers in electronics will face the decision of what to do with excess, obsolete, slow-moving and EOL electronic component stock...  Few sell the stock themselves, others prefer consignment and most favour a cash injection.

Here are just a few of the benefits and reasons behind the two most popular options:

Consignment

• The stock has a high residual value.
• Higher return for the stock over time.
• The stock still belongs to the factory and still frees up space.

Immediate Payment

• No ongoing liability.
• Instant cash for stock which has already be written off.

Which option do you prefer / would choose?

Please leave your comments and questions below or alternatively email excess@trading-specialists.com.

6 Top Tips On How To Maximise The Return On Your Obsolete, Excess & EOL Electronic Component Inventory.

Supply and demand are uneasy partners in the electronic component supply chain at the best of times., but with the current global economic climate the slightest change can usually result in a significant increase in stock levels to your business, which may ultimately impact on your profit.

With this in mind we have recently developed a guide on how to maximise the return on your obsolete, excess & EOL electronic component inventory.
 
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The Disadvantages Of Holding Excess Inventory Within Your Warehouse...

I have recently found an interesting article stating the disadvantages of holding large amounts of excess inventory.

Here are some interesting points from the article which are worth considering...

• Excessive inventory tends to turn over less and remain in inventory longer than lower inventory levels. The longer inventoy remains in the warehouse, the more the company runs the risk of the inventory becoming obsolete.

• Holding inventory requires the company to pay carrying costs such as storage, insurance and possibly even interest charges. 

• Any inventory maintained within warehouse shelves reduces the company's ability to purchase additional inventory or store additional finished products.

Please click here to read the article.

If you have any comments or questions please leave them below or alternatively email excess@trading-specialists.com.

Electronic Component Semiconductor Inventories At Alarming Levels

Supply and Demand are uneasy partners in the electronic component supply chain at the best of times, but with the current global economic climate the slightest hiatus can result in a significant increase in stock levels, which may ultimately impact on your profit.

Most companies have a disaster plan in the event of an interruption to business caused by acts such as terrorism or severe weather conditions, etc. So it makes sense to have a contingency plan to remove unwanted electronic component inventories when the occasion demands.

I have recently read the following interesting article relating to semiconductor inventories...

Semiconductor Inventories Swell to Alarming Level..."global inventories held by semiconductor suppliers surged to their highest level in two-and-a-half years during the fourth quarter of 2010. If growth is lower, the high inventories could cause oversupply in the market." Source: www.isuppli.com

Performance, trust, reliability and confidentiality should be the corner stones of any excess inventory management partner, here are 4 reasons to sell your obsolete, EOL or excess electronic component inventory...

• Provide a positive cash revenues to your business.
• Free up warehouse capacity and reduce stockholding costs.
• Eliminate the time spent by your warehouse staff managing this unwanted inventory.
• No future liability, which means you're at no risk from your redundant stock.

Trading Specialists provide electronic component inventory management solutions to OEM, ODM and CEM clients around the globe. We are a leading provider with over 20 years experience and have the expertise, appropriate resources and knowledge to handle the disposition of your unwanted electronic component inventory.

Inventory Management is our core business and our full range of services are trusted by some of the worlds leading electronic companies and have been for many successful years.

To discuss your electronic component disposal requirements please call me on ++44 (0) 1904 436420 or alternatively email me at bobg@trading-specialists.com.

Move your Excess, Obsolete & EOL electronic component inventory before the residual value falls!

No, I'm serious... I am receiving reports from my contacts in the APAC region that the supply chain is softening. Take a look at the following articles...

• Capacitor Lead Times Shift...click here to read more!
• "Soft Landing" For The Semiconductor Industry in 2011... click here to read more!

Many manufacturing companies that I have spoken with are now starting to review their inventory levels to ensure they do not get caught with dead electronic component stock that could cause them unnecessary profit loss.

Even in Europe I am seeing reports that suggest Q1, 2011 will see a decline in the demand for electronic components. Unfortunately this will ultimately reflect on the prices across a wide range of electronic components.

So what's the answer? 

Move your excess electronic component inventory NOW!

I know it doesn't normally rate highly on your list of priorities, or maybe even get onto the list at all, but if it hasn't moved in the last 12 months it isn't going to go anywhere.

Selling your excess, obsolete and EOL electronic components can help inject immediate cash revenues into your business. I am always looking to buy electronic component material and have a variety of options available to you including consignment and immediate payment.

Still not sure?

Why not give me a call to discuss your disposal options? My direct dial is ++44 (0) 1904 436 420, alternatively if you already have a list simply email it to bobg@trading-specialists.com.

Seasons Greetings Electronic Component Industry From All At Cyclops

Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We wish you well over the holiday season and New Year celebrations.

The Cyclops Group will be closed for the holiday season from Friday 24th December 2010, reopening in the New Year on Tuesday 4th January 2011.

We will be ready and waiting to receive your requirements as normal and look forward to a busy and prosperous New Year.

Warmest Regards

From all at Cyclops

Email:   marketing@cyclops-electronics.com
Web:     www.cyclops-electronics.com
Phone:  ++44 (0) 1904 415 415
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The Cyclops Group Successfully Exhibit At Electronica 2010 In Munich, Germany

The Cyclops Group, a global electronic component distributor successfully exhibited it's services at Electronica 2010 in Munich, Germany, from 9th - 12th November.

The stand exhibited information from the Cyclops Groups services including...

• Global Electronic Component Distributor
• Contract Manufacturing Services
• Excess Inventory Management
• Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management 

For more information and highlights from the show please click here NOW!