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What else can we learn from the report?
First, I'd say, how widespread homegrown solutions
still are. Many companies rely on in-house tools,
especially for quoting, training, and even ERP. Sec-
ond, how long software lifespans really are: sys-
tems in place for 10+ years are common. Third, sat-
isfaction is nuanced: some companies make older
systems work very well, while others are eager to
switch but face resource or organizational hurdles.
The last takeaway I'd like to point out is that we
launched this survey because these are the questions
we are hearing from the industry. If your company is
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
ERP MES PLM QMS LMS Quoting CRM
Software Owned by EMS and OEM Companies, by Time of Ownership
Under 1 Year 1-3 Years 3-5 Years 5-10 Years Over 10 Years
facing a similar question, or if there's a data point you
need to make a strategic decision, get in touch. The
Global Electronics Association is investing in its indus-
try intelligence and outreach efforts to meet those
needs. We're always looking to expand our research
portfolio, launch more targeted studies. That kind of
feedback loop with the industry is critical to ensure
we're offering meaningful and actionable insights.
To learn more about the Global Electronics
Associations' Industry Intelligence programs, read
the article in the Spring 2025 issue of Community
Magazine. SMT007
