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PCB Basics for Buyers: A Quick Guide to the Printed Circuit Board Industry

by Mike Buetow

A buyer-focused introduction to PCB sourcing

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A buyer-focused introduction to PCB sourcing

PCB Basics for Buyers addresses the printed circuit board industry from the procurement side. Its description highlights offshore sourcing, quality control at manufacturing sites, delivery, and the balance between cost and quality, drawing on the author’s experience across fabrication sales, distribution, and Asian manufacturing hubs. The updated guide is framed around navigating contemporary purchasing decisions and reconsidering older sourcing practices. That emphasis makes the book relevant to the business and manufacturing dimensions of the PCB market, rather than presenting itself as a technical manual on circuit-board design.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Buyers involved in printed circuit board procurement
  • Readers interested in offshore manufacturing and sourcing
  • Those seeking an industry-oriented guide to PCB purchasing

Themes

PCB procurementOffshore sourcingManufacturing quality controlCost and quality in production

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Book overview

Greg Papandrew, co-founder of DirectPCB, is a relentless advocate for PCB buyers. For three decades, he has shifted the industry toward smarter, leaner offshore sourcing. Long before "supply chain agility" was a buzzword, Greg pioneered infrastructure for high-mix, low-to-medium volume production, proving quality and cost-efficiency can coexist.

A true veteran, Greg was among the first to embed dedicated personnel within Asian manufacturing hubs. His "boots on the ground" approach ensured source-level quality control and on-time delivery. Having worked every angle--from fabrication sales to leading a top North American PCB distributor-Greg holds a panoramic view of the global market.

In the updated PCB Basics for Buyers, Greg shares his expertise to help buyers navigate modern procurement, avoid outdated practices and secure a competitive edge.
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