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Avnet is more than a distributor—we are a trusted partner with a proven legacy of resilience, innovation, and responsibility. Established over a century ago, Avnet is one of the few technology companies with a history spanning 100 years. Throughout decades of global change and crisis, Avnet has maintained healthy operations, a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainability and long-term value creation.
Our philosophy of long-termism is deeply embedded in Avnet Asia’s operations. With decades of regional experience and a diversified presence across market segments, we help partners extend their reach into emerging industries and applications. We actively champion Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, promote equality and justice, engage in public welfare, and uphold the highest standards of compliance and risk management.
Avnet is also a leader in technology and innovation. Our Asia Pacific R&D team brings over a decade of research and engineering expertise, holds patents for advanced BMS technology, and supports solutions for key semiconductor manufacturers. Leading industry players have recognized Avnet as the best partner for business development and technical support.
We offer true end-to-end service—supporting customers from concept and design to prototyping and production. Our central role in the technology value chain allows us to accelerate design and supply, helping customers achieve profitability faster and bring new ideas to market with confidence.
For decades, Avnet has helped global customers and suppliers achieve technological transformation, adapt to complex environments, and drive growth through diversified revenue streams and sustained innovation. As a century-old enterprise, we remain dedicated to ESG practices and to building a sustainable future for the industry and society.
By voting for Avnet, users choose a partner committed to their long-term success, technological advancement, and a better world for all.
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As a world-class global electronic components distributor, WT Microelectronics has differentiated and comprehensive product line cards (Semiconductor & IP&E) and widespread customer coverage (Key Account and Mass market). WT can i) provide seamless cross-border services to customers around the world, (ii) achieve geographic diversification, and (iii) deliver a full range of product offerings, application engineering expertise, as well as superior logistics management services. WT also can provide unmatched market intelligence for the supply chain and has the strength to provide solid solutions for the supply chain.
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As a pioneer in global semiconductor distribution, Smith combines more than 40 years of market expertise with innovative supply chain management solutions to help our partners keep their manufacturing lines active. Smith is dedicated to continuous-improvement efforts and plays a critical role in connecting customers to the parts they need to build the next wave of technological innovations. Smith leads the competition with more than 25 industry certifications and accreditations , which recognize our rigorous processes and standards and offer even more stringent guidelines for providing consistently authentic and high-quality parts. Over the last five years, Smith has earned more than USD $14 billion in global revenue.
As the largest independent distributor of electronic components in the world, Smith is honored to receive recognition from our media partners. Electronics Sourcing North America (ESNA) named us the #1 Top Independent Distributor of 2025 in global sales and Supply Chain Connect has named Smith as the highest-ranked independent distributor 21 times since 2000, including this year. Other honors include a Great Place to Work Korea® certification, the 2024 JobMarket Asia Pacific Outstanding Employer Award, and being named one of HR Asia Hong Kong’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia in 2024. Comparably has named us among the top 100 companies in the world for Best Company Compensation, Best Company Outlook, Best Company Culture, and Happiest Employees, among many other categories, based exclusively on anonymous employee feedback.
When it comes to individual awards, two executives in Smith’s Seoul and Hong Kong locations were among the winners of the 2023 Women in Supply Chain Award, which honors female leaders whose accomplishments, mentorship, and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of the supply chain network. Another company executive, based at our Houston, Texas, headquarters, was recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Executive as a “Pro to Know” in 2025.
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1. One of the fastest-growing distributors in the semiconductor industry
2. Zero-risk procurement through rigorous quality control
3. Safety stock and shared inventory solutions to optimize clients' working capital
4. Strategic global expansion ensuring supply continuity
5. Industry experts delivering trusted partnership
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1. Industry Leadership:
WPG Holdings is a leading international electronics distributor focused on the Asia-Pacific market. Founded in 2005 and celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, WPG reported revenue of NT$880.55 billion in 2024. With over 250 authorized suppliers and 69 service locations worldwide, we are firmly established as a trusted distribution partner for global brands, deeply rooted in Asia while steadily expanding our global footprint.
2. Sustainability & Brand Strength:
We have been honored with the Global Outstanding Distributor Performance Award for 24 consecutive years and have received an MSCI ESG “A” rating for three consecutive years. In 2025, we were ranked as the world’s second-largest semiconductor distributor.
WPG Holdings was also ranked 218th in Brand Finance’s “Top 500 Most Valuable Chinese Brands” and 11th in CommonWealth Magazine’s “Top 50 Corporate Groups in Taiwan.”
Additionally, we were proudly recognized by Morningstar Sustainalytics as both “Industry Top-Rated” globally and “Regional Top-Rated” in Asia-Pacific.
3. Transformation to Holding 2.0:
WPG Holdings has evolved from the 1.0 (governance-driven) to a 2.0 platform-oriented structure centered on resource sharing, data integration, and technological collaboration.
Beyond internal efficiency, the company now leverages API integration and automation to unlock group-wide potential, embodying the 20th anniversary vision: To cultivate lasting partnerships for sustainable success.
4. LaaS Innovation in Action:
LaaS has successfully partnered with major electronics manufacturers to provide smart warehousing and logistics services.
Through automation platforms and real-time distribution systems, delivery lead times have been reduced from the traditional 3–5 days to as fast as 2 hours.
This subscription-based logistics model—akin to Netflix—redefines digital supply chains in the manufacturing sector.
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Arrow Electronics sources and engineers technology solutions for thousands of leading manufacturers and service providers. With global 2024 sales of $28 billion, Arrow’s portfolio enables technology across major industries and markets. The company is ranked #154 in the FORTUNE 500 in 2025, having topped its category in FORTUNE’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” list for 12 consecutive years.
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With its broad product line and unsurpassed customer service, Mouser strives to empower innovation among design engineers and buyers by delivering advanced technologies. Mouser stocks the world’s widest selection of the latest semiconductors and electronic components for the newest design projects. Mouser Electronics’ website is continually updated and offers advanced search methods to help customers quickly locate inventory. Mouser.com also houses data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, application notes, technical design information, and engineering tools.
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