AI-Driven PCB Price Surge: 300% Increases and Orders Through 2027 – AnyPCBA

AI server demand is driving PCB prices up 300%+ with orders booked through 2027. Learn what this means for hardware engineers, supply chains, and high-end PCB design.

2026.08.26

CoWoS Advanced Packaging and PCB Design – What Hardware Engineers Need to Know – AnyPCBA

TSMC's 5.5x reticle CoWoS packaging achieves 98-99% yield, but what does this mean for PCB design? This article explores the impact of advanced packaging on PCB layout, materials, and manufacturing.

2026.08.25

Global PCB Capacity Shift – Southeast Asia Rises as China Upgrades

Global PCB production is shifting. Southeast Asia is gaining ground as China moves toward high-end. What hardware engineers and procurement teams need to know about the new supply chain landscape.

2026.08.19

Europe's OSAT Gamble: Can €250 Million Fix the Semiconductor Packaging Bottleneck?

Europe's first large-scale OSAT facility is being built in France. Tessalia is a €250 million bet on semiconductor packaging sovereignty. Here's what hardware engineers need to know about the shifting supply chain.

2026.08.14

2026 PCB Material Supply Crisis – 3 Things Hardware Engineers Need to Know

Glass fabric, HVLP copper foil, PPE resin, and prepreg shortages are driving PCB lead times and prices higher in 2026. Here are 3 things hardware engineers need to know about the PCB material supply crisis.

2026.08.12

The $60 Billion Bet on AI PCBs – Why Industry Giants Are Abandoning Low-End Capacity

The PCB industry is splitting into two markets — AI-driven high-end boards with 20-40 layers and 8-12x higher value, and low-end boards with margins below 1%. Here's what hardware engineers need to know about the $60 billion divergence in 2026.

2026.08.11

The PCB Supply Chain Is Facing a “Structural Reset” — What Hardware Engineers Need to Know

AI demand, material shortages, and trade policy are driving a structural reset of the PCB supply chain. Here's what hardware engineers need to know about lead times, pricing, and sourcing in 2026.

2026.08.10

The 2026 Electronics Trade War – What Hardware Engineers Need to Know

US tariffs, EU customs reform, and China export controls are reshaping PCB supply chains. Here's how hardware engineers can design for trade resilience in 2026.

2026.08.07

First Article Inspection (FAI): Why verifying the First Board is Critical

Understand why First Article Inspection (FAI) is crucial for PCB manufacturing. Ensure quality and prevent costly errors with Zero One Solution Limited.

2026.01.17

Dealing with Obsolete Parts: A Guide for Legacy Product Maintenance

Navigate the challenges of obsolete parts in legacy products. Discover strategies for effective maintenance and support with expert guidance.

2026.01.15

Guide to Fiducial Markers: Improving SMT Accuracy

Master SMT accuracy with our guide to fiducial markers. Learn best practices for PCB design & assembly to ensure flawless component placement. Get expert solutions.

2026.01.13

How to Specify Controlled Impedance in Your Fab Notes

Master specifying controlled impedance in your PCB fab notes. Ensure signal integrity for high-speed designs with Zero One Solution Limited.

2026.01.13