Category Archives: Management


Oct15
What is MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) and MPQ?

post on October 15, 2025

MOQ stands for Minimum Order Quantity, meaning the smallest number of items a supplier is willing to sell or produce in one order. In most parts sales, especially for less common items, there’s usually an MOQ requirement. Why? Because no … Continue reading →

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Sep25
Big Question: As an Engineer, Do You Prefer R&D or Manufacturing?

post on September 25, 2025

If you ask Workingbear, “As an engineer, would you prefer working in R&D or in manufacturing?” (This article may not apply to the semiconductor wafer foundry industry. Rumor has it that wafer fabs in Taiwan are notorious for their brutal … Continue reading →

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Sep17
What Does NPI Stand For? Inside the Role That Brings New Products to Life

post on September 17, 2025

For many people, the first time they hear the term NPI, it feels a bit confusing. NPI stands for New Product Introduction, but just reading the name doesn’t make it much clearer. Is it some kind of sales role that … Continue reading →

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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
8D Report: Problem Analysis and Solving

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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