Electronica 24: Jeroen Tuik on Connect Group’s Evolution, Brand Consolidation and Expansion

What strategic moves transform a company from 1980s cable manufacturing roots into a global EMS powerhouse? Join Philip Stoten in our electronica studio, hosted by IPC, for an insightful conversation with Jeroen Tuik, CEO of Connect Group, who shares the company’s journey through strategic mergers and their recent rebranding efforts.

Discover how Connect Group is setting its sights on global expansion across key regions like Mexico, Asia, and Europe. Jeroen delves into the importance of an agile and transparent supply chain, illustrating how data-driven decision-making and cloud integration are enhancing operational reliability, especially in light of the challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.

We discuss Connect Group’s proactive approach to industry hurdles and the strategic establishment of a plant in Mexico to preempt potential geopolitical disruptions. Jeroen reflects on how the pandemic was a pivotal moment for reassessing corporate agility and readiness. The discussion highlights the value of flexibility and transparency in maintaining seamless operations, ensuring that Connect Group remains a dependable partner for OEMs worldwide.

EMS@C-Level at electronica 2024 was hosted by IPC (https://www.ipc.org/)

Like every episode of EMS@C-Level, this one was sponsored by global inspection leader Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com).