Blog: Component Sourcing guides & Insights

Browse guides to specifying and sourcing components, and industry news explained for your supply chain. You'll also find updates from MGS, including events and new services.

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Sourcing & Supply Chain

UK Manufacturing PMI Explained: A Guide for Buyers

A guide to the UK manufacturing PMI: what the score means, which figures matter most for buyers, and how to use it to check your lead times and safety stock.

Dr Mohammad Musameh

06 October 2026

A man in a warehouse collecting stock for a manufacturer

Sourcing & Supply Chain

Cable Supplier Running Late? Here’s How to Keep Your Production Line Moving

Late cable deliveries can stop a production line. Here's why holding stock in advance often protects you better than adding a second supplier.

Dr Mohammad Musameh

30 September 2026

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