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Did you know: CTrends has been an authorized distributor for Fischer Elektronik for over 10 years

By CTrends Admin
Apr 14, 2021

CTrends and Fischer Elektronik have been partners for over 10 years. This partnership has allow Fischer to distribute high quality thermal solutions throughout North America. CTrends is ready to work with your team to create a full thermal management program for you.

Renesas Fire, yet another blow to automakers.

By CTrends Admin
Mar 25, 2021

A fire sent smoke throughout the Renesas Naka chip plant damaging a cleanroom. This fire has dealt another supply chain blow to the already fragile automotive industry.

NOW HIRING! Screener/Fronter

By Anna Ahmed
Feb 9, 2021

CTrends is hiring for our Foothill Ranch office location. Join our team. This position is for telephone professionals who are looking to enter the Electronics Industry. There is plenty of room for advancement into Sales and Account Management. Call us to schedule an interview today.

Chip Shortage Affects Auto Industry

By Anna Ahmed
Feb 3, 2021

Auto industry is in for a wild ride in 2021 as chip shortages are not projected to correct itself anytime soon.

Searching for Electronic Components? Search CTrends first.

By Dave West
Jan 29, 2021

What does an independent supply chain partner mean to you? CTrends has asked this question of many customers. We have continually improved our products and services to meet the ever growing and changing needs of our customers. Here is how we can support you.

2020 Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue Grew 7.3% According to Gartner

By Anna Ahmed
Jan 18, 2021

Gartner publishes preliminary 2020 revenue increase of 7.3% for worldwide semiconductor manufactures. Not all manufactures were able to capture this increase but Intel retained it's place at No. 1.

Introducing CTrends

By CTrends Admin
Jan 7, 2021

CTrends: Supply Chain Specialist. What does that mean for you?

CTrends Expands Distribution Reach with Efinix

By CTrends Admin
Mar 10, 2020

CTrends, a leading global supplier of electronic components, announced today that the company has partnered with original component manufacturer Efinix as a distributor of their products and technologies.

CTrends Announces Third-Party Inspection (3PI) Program

By CTrends Admin
Mar 5, 2020

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. — February 26, 2020 — CTrends, a leading global supplier of electronic components and supply chain solutions, announced today that the company has added a third-party inspection (3PI) program to their industry-leading risk mitigation services.

CTrends New Tariff Mitigation Solution

By CTrends Admin
Jul 19, 2019

US Tariffs on imports from China are taking a bit out of manufacturing profits. CTrends launches it's new Tariff Mitigation Solutions to help you keep your money where it belongs...on your bottom line!

Trade War Tariffs and High Shortages in Electronic Components are a Huge Problem

By Christian Fix
Jan 10, 2019

"A storm in the electronics industry is spreading into automotive, aerospace, healthcare industries and more - just about any supply chain that calls for electronic components" says Maryliz Burns, contributor for SupplyChainBrain.com.

Thank you to everyone who visited CTrends at DMSMS 2018 in Nashville

By Christian Fix
Dec 12, 2018

Thank you to everyone who visited CTrends at DMSMS 2018 in Nashville this year. We are proud to be your DFARS Compliant Trusted Supplier of Electronic Components. We support EOL, Obsolete, Hard-to-Find and Constrained parts.

Risk Mitigation: Testing Services

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Read how CTrends' in-house test lab was able to identify suspect counterfeit components and mitigate risk of repair rework costs.

Excess Inventory Management: Lot Buy

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Read how CTrends was able to work with the Inventory Control Team in the automotive industry with an excess inventory lot buy, creating a financial return.

Component Data & Optimization: BOM Scrubbing

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Read how CTrends' proprietary BOM Scrubbing service changed how a top server manufacturer looked at components and component data.

Shortages in Electronic Components

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Until the supply of silicon wafer production meets demand, there will be increasing shortages and lead times across many IC segments including memory and semiconductors.  Silic

Procurement: Last Time Buy

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Read how CTrends worked with a top consumer electronics company to find solutions to an identified end of life component.

Parts Programming

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

The Company is a top manufacturer of commercial electronics.

How can you survive the Component Shortage?

By Christian Fix
Aug 9, 2018

Who are you going to turn to when your regular suppliers can't fill your requirements? What are you going to do when lead times increase and you are in danger of a line-down situation?

Going to DMSMS 2016? Click here to secure your FREE water tumbler

By Christian Fix
Jun 25, 2018

Counterfeit Components Concerns Arise as Lead Times Increase

By Christian Fix
Jun 5, 2018

Who are you going to turn to when you are faced with constrained product, extended lead times and line-down situations?

DMSMS 2017 50 Inch TV Winner by CTrends

By Christian Fix
Dec 21, 2017

Come See CTrends @ DMSMS 2018

By Christian Fix
Nov 17, 2017

When Does Mil-Spec Matter?

By Christian Fix
May 11, 2017

CTrends - A proud Gold Sponsor at DMSMS 2016

By Christian Fix
Dec 6, 2016

Come See CTrends at Electronica 2016

By Christian Fix
Oct 14, 2016

CTrends is now a member of NDIA (National Defense Industrial Association)

By Christian Fix
Aug 15, 2016

Amazon's Chinese counterfeit problem is getting worse

By Christian Fix
Jul 22, 2016

Is your Distributor a, "Trusted Supplier?"

By Christian Fix
Jul 1, 2016

In-House Testing

By Christian Fix
Jun 6, 2016

The Company is a top consumer products OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)

CTrends Introduces Hardware Solutions

By Christian Fix
Apr 27, 2016

Obama to Sign Bill Combating Counterfeit Chips

By Christian Fix
Feb 17, 2016

DMC/DMSMS Conference 2015 – Free BOM Scrub

By Christian Fix
Oct 8, 2015

See us at booth #512 for your opportunity to win a 48" Flat Screen TV.

E-Waste

By Christian Fix
Sep 29, 2015

Mismanagement of discarded electronics within Europe involves a volume 10 times that of e-waste shipped to foreign shores in undocumented exports, according to a comprehensive 2-year investigation into the functioning of the used and waste electronics market.

CTrends is now a member of IDEA

By Christian Fix
Aug 12, 2015

CTrends is proud to be a new member of the Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA). IDEA is the leading resource for Independent Distributors to find relevant quality information and to participate in advancing industry ethics, ensuring customer satisfaction, establishing standards, and promoting education.