Insights
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IoT and connected device manufacturing in the UK: what to look for in an EMS partner
What UK OEMs should look for when outsourcing IoT, network and communications electronics: PCB assembly, RF-sensitive builds, component lifecycles, data security…
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CEM vs EMS: what is the difference?
CEM stands for contract electronics manufacturer. EMS stands for electronics manufacturing services. The two terms are used interchangeably across most of…
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What is EMS? Electronics Manufacturing Explained
EMS stands for Electronics Manufacturing Services – the industry term for companies that design, build, test, and support electronic products and…
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PCBA? Printed Circuit Board Assembly Explained
PCBA stands for printed circuit board assembly – the process of populating a bare circuit board with electronic components and soldering…
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PCBA vs Box Build: A Guide to What the Difference Is
PCBA (printed circuit board assembly) and box build are two distinct stages of electronics manufacturing. PCBA produces a functional circuit board…
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UK CEM Guide: Choosing the Right Partner
A contract electronics manufacturer (CEM) is a company that designs, builds and tests electronic products on behalf of other businesses. In…
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Right‑Shoring, Resilience and a More Strategic EMS Landscape in 2026
As we move into 2026, many of the manufacturing trends that shaped 2025 have evolved into firmer strategic expectations. Last year,…
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Today’s Market Priorities
At NOTE, we have seen these changes ourselves. They give us important insights into how the EMS sector is evolving. Operational…
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Choosing the Right Partner: Your Key to Success
Choosing the right contract electronics manufacturing (CEM) partner is a crucial decision in the electronics manufacturing industry. Their technical expertise…
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The Evolution of EMS in the UK
Reflecting on 41 Years of EMS Innovation in the UK As NOTE UK marks its 41st anniversary, it’s a great time…
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Can your board designs save money?
How Smart PCB Layout Choices Reduce Manufacturing Cost and Improve Yield In electronics manufacturing, the cost of your PCB assembly (PCBA)…
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Sustainability: To move forward, we have to give back
Sustainability plays an increasingly important role both in our personal lives and at work. It includes how we act towards each…