Understanding price variations of electronic components in supply chain

• Autor(a) principal: Besugo, Rafaela Filipa de Jesus
• Data de Publicação: 2023
• Tipo de documento: Dissertação
• Idioma: eng
• Título da fonte: Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal (Repositórios Cientìficos)
• Texto Completo: http://hdl.handle.net/10071/31334
• topic: Business intelligence; Price analysis; Variations; Cadeia de abastecimento -- Supply chain; Electronic materials; Data science; Inteligência no negócio; Análise de preços; Variações; Materiais eletrónicos; Ciência de dados

The electronic components industry is characterized by rapid technological advancements and a complex global supply chain. One of the critical challenges faced by manufacturers, distributors, and end-users is the fluctuating prices of electronic components. Understanding the factors that contribute to price variations within the supply chain is essential for optimizing procurement strategies, managing costs, and ensuring business sustainability. This master thesis aims to investigate and analyze the underlying causes of price variations in electronic components, with a focus on key factors such as market demand, supply chain dynamics, and external influences. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of these factors, stakeholders can make informed decisions to mitigate the impact of price variations and enhance their competitive advantage. Pricing is essential for businesses in the cutthroat electronics market. According to an analysis of electronic component statistics, Chip components are the most expensive on average, followed by Relays. Geographically, components are abundant in middle Europe and western North America, including Switzerland, Germany, New York, and Boston, with the highest median prices being found in Sweden and France. Newer components tend to cost more when they are first introduced due to the fact that they are new to the market and not as recognized, so there is a need to raise the price. The SE Grade has an impact in price showing that companies must pay attention to the counterfeit components and introduce this factor when choosing what component to buy. Also implement additional quality assurance measures for components with a high probability of counterfeiting.