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About 10% of a global manufacturing company’s revenue is tied up in excess and obsolete (E&O) components. Many default to scrapping or landfill for disposal. This ultimately hurts profit margins, increases warehouse costs, and undermines sustainability goals. Component Sense helped Corning Inc. address this challenge head-on.
Forecasting in manufacturing is the backbone of efficient operations, cost control, and long-term business sustainability. Without accurate forecasting, manufacturers risk stockouts, excess inventory, and wasted resources.
As the final quarter of 2025 approaches, procurement and inventory managers face mounting pressure to clear excess and obsolete (E&O) stock, balance budget sheets, and make room for next year’s inventory. With carrying costs eating up 15–30% of total inventory value annually, unsold goods are more than just dead weight; they’re draining profit margins
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As the last five years have taught us, the electronics sector can be unpredictable.
This guest interview was written by James Morra and originally published by Electronic Design.com in March 2025.
