Category Archives: Management

Jul11
What Is the Purpose of Testing Electronic Products? It’s Like Buying Insurance!

post on July 11, 2024

Workingbear has been in the electronics industry for several years and has noticed an interesting phenomenon. Almost every new manager will ask the same questions when they come on board: “Why do we need to perform ICT (In-Circuit Test) at … Continue reading →

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Jan30
Problem Analysis and Solving: 8D report

post on January 30, 2024

The “8D report” is a tool commonly used in the electronics assembly industry for “problem analysis and solving.” Due to its systematic and clear steps, the “8D report” is often utilized in responding to customer complaint cases. The term “8D” … Continue reading →

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Jan23
Why a BOM (Bill of Materials) is Critical in Electronic Product Development

post on January 23, 2024

A Bill of Materials (BOM) is a list of materials required for the production of an electronic product. It serves as an important bridge between the designer, manufacturer, and supplier. The BOM includes all the components, devices, and materials used … Continue reading →

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Dec28
"Being Ready for Potential Layoffs" is the Best Strategy to Avoid Job Cuts

post on December 28, 2023

The Workingbear is used to seeing job cuts happen in global companies, especially those from the United States, whether they’re big or small. Normal downsizing is like the body’s “metabolism” – not necessarily a bad thing. Companies hire when there’s … Continue reading →

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Jul04
Exploring EVT/DVT/PVT: Explaining the Three Crucial Validation Stages in New Product Development

post on July 4, 2023

When developing a new product, it is common to conduct a “trial run” to obtain a prototype sample. This serves two purposes: firstly, it allows developers to further test and validate the prototype’s functionality, and secondly, it helps the manufacturing … Continue reading →

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