Technology-Oriented Value Chains (TOVCs) -2Q08 Industry Update and Product Management Strategy Guide

IDC
August 4, 2008
18 Pages - SKU: IDC1870110
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This Manufacturing Insights report provides a detailed analysis of the most recent data for industry performance of product life-cycle innovations. TOVCs have a physical flow of goods that are dictated by the iterating cycles of key underlying technology (e.g. processors), and they include segments such as semiconductors, electronic manufacturing services (EMS), high tech equipment, and consumer electronics. These value chains can have high levels of variation in supply, manufacturing, and demand.

"TOVC segments represent industries in the midst of tremendous change and opportunity. Product management strategies are still centered on balancing costs and product capabilities, but larger organizations are also investing in faster decision making and penetrating new geographic markets," said Bob Parker, vice president of research, Manufacturing Insights.