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Supply Chain Shocks, EV Slowdowns, and the Semiconductor Strain: What This Week’s Headlines Reveal About the Fragile Future of Tech Manufacturing

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Rand Technology provides comprehensive global sourcing solutions, ensuring access to high-quality electronic components and sub-assemblies when and where you need them.

Cost Reduction

Backed by 30+ years of experience as a global independent distributor and strong relationships at every level of the supply chain worldwide, Rand provides industry-leading services that deliver cost savings and provide supplemental supply.

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Rand Technology’s in-house engineering expertise sets us apart as a solutions-driven partner, ready to tackle complex challenges at every stage of the product lifecycle.

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Optimize, control, and maximize value. Inventory management solutions are designed to help clients maintain optimal stock levels, avoid shortages, and reduce excess inventory costs.

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Over product lifecycles, there are inevitably periods of inventory surplus and shortages. Rand works with you to mitigate the risk of excess inventory and helps sell it to keep your inventory healthy and meet your inventory turn and working capital objectives.

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Supply Chain Shocks, EV Slowdowns, and the Semiconductor Strain: What This Week’s Headlines Reveal About the Fragile Future of Tech Manufacturing

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