2023 Reader Survey

2023 Reader Survey
This survey will take no longer than 10 minutes and is made up of 15 Questions.
Which of the following best describes your job role?

Design/Development EngineerDesign/Development ManagementProductionSoftware EngineerHardware EngineerProject ManagerProcurementOther
How many new system designs will you work on in 2023? (approximate)
How many years of engineers experience do you have?
What is the size of the company you work for?
What role do you typically play in the decision making process of your company to purchase?

I influenceI recommendI make the final decisionI am involved in other waysI play no role
Which industries are of interest to you? (check all that apply)

Internet of Things (IoT)E-mobilityWearablesWireless (5G/6G)VR/AR/MetaverseCyber securityRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceEnergy efficiency3D printingSTEMOther
What products do you purchase? (check all that apply)

T&MSingle-Board ComputersType option 3Type option 4
From which channels have you personally purchased electronic components over the past six months (check all that apply)

Authorised distributorDirect from the component manufacturerContract manufacturing/electronics manufacturing servicesUnauthorised distributorIndependent design housesThird party/other

Rate the value of engineering/technical support provided in the following ways (5 being best)

Which information sources do you use for new product information?

Industry/trade websitesComponent manufacturer websitesDistributor websitesInventory websitesSearch engines - generalEmail marketingFace-to-face meetings with suppliersYour peersSocial mediaWebcastsConferences - virtualConferences - in personVideosOther

Please rate the following social media channels in order of how much you use them (5 being the most)

This survey will take no longer than 10 minutes and is made up of 15 Questions.