Flash forecasts peak on promise of better chips, new applications

Article Abstract:

Flash memory is growing to become a significant market segment in the semiconductor industry. The flash memory market grew by 114% in 1996 to reach a level of $1.85 billion worldwide. The market is expected to continue its astronomical growth in 1996 with projections from In-Stat Inc of 121% growth to $4.1 billion. Growth in 1997 is expected to slow to 58%, and will drop to 32% in 1998 and 33% in 1999, when it will reach $10.2 billion. The largest buyer of flash memory is the communications market where sales of flash memory sky-rocketed by 643% to $656 million from previous year sales of $88 million. Communication market purchases of flash memory are expected to drop off in 1996 to 189% growth and reach a level of $1.9 billion. Other market segments buying up flash memory include the computer and consumer electronics markets.

Forecasts and trends, Marketing, Industry trend, Computer memory, Market trend/market analysis, Flash memory, Memory (Computers)

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EBV: a new identity

Article Abstract:

EBV Electronics, formed by the merger of Raab Karcher Electronics subsidiaries Axis Components and Seymour Electronics, focuses on distributing semiconductors for engineering applications. The company has combined sales of around $25 million. A similar company, EBV Electronik, handles semiconductor distribution in Europe. Suppliers and customers have indicated that the newly combined operation offers greater options and is a good fit relative to available product lines. Raab Karcher has had prior success with a similar start-up, Insight Electronics, which shares space at EBV Electronics' San Diego headquarters. EBV Electronics is planning rapid expansion as it adds product lines, with a goal of $50 million in revenues for 1997 and $200 million by the year 2000. EBV Electronics is headed by CEO Jim Burdick.

Company forecasts, Company Business Forecast/Projection, EBV Electronics Inc.

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Customer loyalty pays

Article Abstract:

Embedded-computer original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) should contract with vendors that take a conservative approach to adopting new technology, and vendors, in order to achieve the benefits of good customer relationships, should offer long-term support to their OEM customers. OEMs can support their interests by maintaining close communications with their vendors. They should regularly grade vendor performance in areas such as quality and delivery. They should also evaluate how well their vendors keep them apprised of technological developments. Loyalty is the primary reason why vendors should care about serving their OEMs' needs. OEMs value vendors that can be counted on to support future, as well as existing, projects.

Electronic Components and Accessories, Column, Management issue, Electronics industry, Electronic components industry, Embedded system, Embedded systems

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