India’s electronics manufacturing services (EMS) industry is geared for a massive revenue boost. According to reports, the sector shows a promising trajectory to hit the $55 billion revenue mark by FY2027. By embracing the latest trends like technological advancements, miniaturisation, and the use of advanced materials, EMS is enhancing its dynamism.
As we look ahead, numerous key trends will act as catalysts for the acceleration of electronics manufacturing companies. The segment is poised for better efficiency, sustainability, and durability. This blog highlights the key trends that electronic manufacturing businesses and other industry professionals should closely observe.
Emphasis on sustainability
The growing environmental concerns demand responsible production processes; therefore, sustainability has taken centre stage within the EMS industry. The awareness of sustainable production and development has increased the demand for eco-friendly products. Electronic manufacturing companies are responding by adopting energy-efficient technologies, sustainable material sourcing, and reducing waste through recycling efforts. This shift in approach not only meets regulatory requirements but also enhances customer loyalty and brand reputation.
For instance, inYantra recognises the demand for RoHS-compliant products and delivers solutions that exceed industry standards. Additionally, we excel in ‘Lead-free’ PCB assembly and ensure high-quality, environmentally responsible products. Furthermore, we are aligned with design-for-environment (DfE) principles and create products that are easy to disassemble, reuse, or recycle.
Miniaturisation
Consumer electronics are increasingly becoming smaller and more powerful. With miniaturisation, several innovations are happening in industries like automobiles and healthcare. Additionally, the trend is flourishing in wearables, smartphones, and several IoT devices. The technique involves creating compact electronic components to cater to space limitations while maintaining efficiency, reliability, and speed. Furthermore, it also focuses on integrating more features in a single complex component or device.
Advanced electronic materials
The continuous quest for smaller and more powerful electronics is steering the innovation in alternate material science. Electronics manufacturing companies are exploring nanomaterials, graphene, and other bio-compatible substances that guarantee lightweight, energy efficiency, and high performance.
inYantra strives to stay ahead in incorporating material science advancements into its products and processes, to cater to the dynamic demands of the electronics market.
Supply chain resilience
The need to upgrade the supply chain became crucial after the COVID-19 pandemic when electronics manufacturing companies faced the brunt of distant production facilities and dependency on single (or limited) sources. EMS providers are now making the strategic shift by opting for nearshoring production, investing in local industrial capabilities, and expanding suppliers. These tactics not only enhance better response to market demands but also shorten the lead time. Additionally, AI and IoT are adding to the advancements in this segment by improving visibility and streamlining operations.
inYantra takes pride in hosting innovative supply chain management that takes several measures to minimise liabilities or interruptions and maximise the steady flow of components or materials to ensure more agile and robust electronic manufacturing and, most importantly, boost customer savings.
Rise of Industry 4.0
Touted to be the fourth industrial revolution, this modern generation leverages autonomous robots programmed to function sans human help! A few highlights include inventory scanning drones, mobile robots for pick and drop processes, and so on. These advanced robots pack machine vision, advanced software and sensors, and AI that enables them to perform delicate tasks by picking up cues from their immediate environment.
Also, Industry 4.0 underscores the integration of big data analytics, AI, and IoT in electronic manufacturing. EMS providers use these technologies to make informed decisions, adjust and adapt swiftly to market changes, and predict maintenance needs.
inYantra is transforming itself in various areas with Generative AI and robotics in manufacturing, supply chain, and especially PCB assembly services.
Immersive technologies
Electronic manufacturing is highly dependent on the human workforce and comes with the possibility of errors that can affect overall efficiency. These challenges can be alleviated with the help of immersive technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). These technologies can enhance the training, designing, remote collaboration, and maintenance processes within the EMS industry. Furthermore, they facilitate assembly maintenance, prototype development, real-time collaboration, and interactive simulations, enable operators to visualise workflows, and improve workforce skills by reducing errors. Specifically, they spot and stop design errors in circuitry and other common manufacturing faults such as missing solder pads, slivers, and starved terminals, before fabrication.
Conclusion
Fuelled by innovation and modernisation, the future of the electronic manufacturing segment shows a promising and progressive path. By embracing the key emerging trends, electronics manufacturing companies can remain competitive and position themselves as numero uno in the rapidly evolving landscape. Having said that, businesses that adopt these emerging trends will reap the benefits of enhanced operational efficiency and also build better bonds with both stakeholders and customers shortly.
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