Date: August 1, 2025
Category: Electronics
This week took me to Ho Chi Minh City to audit a new supplier of smart home devices. With rising demand for energy-efficient products, we’re sourcing IoT-enabled switches and sensors. The factory impressed us with automated PCB testing, but humidity control in packaging needs improvement.
Key Highlights:
✅ Sustainable Shift: Suppliers now compete on carbon footprint metrics – 3 factories offered solar-powered production.
⚠️ QA Focus: Stress-tested waterproof seals for bathroom-rated devices (critical for EU compliance!).
💡 Trend Spotting: Modular designs gaining traction (easier repairs = reduced returns).
Action Items:
Finalize moisture-resistant packaging specs by Aug 15
Negotiate bulk pricing for 10,000-unit orders of motion sensors