Murata Named IP&E Manufacturer of the Year by National Electronic Distributors Association
Company Recognized For Building Sales Momentum Within Distributor Network
Smyrna, GA, November 16, 2010 - Murata Electronics North America today announced that it has been named IP&E Manufacturer of the Year by the National Electronic Distributors Association (NEDA). Created two decades ago, the award recognizes suppliers that best exemplify the spirit of cooperation within the electronic distribution industry. Murata was selected for working with its strategic alliances to define and execute how to mutually increase sales throughout its distribution channel.
This distinction underscores the company's focus on coordinating resources to provide distribution partners the necessary tools needed to enhance the sales process and provide solutions to customers. More specifically, Murata continues to place an emphasis on service improvements, new technology introduction and supporting field initiatives within the distribution market. The end result is Murata and its authorized distribution partners ensured success in adding value and providing excellent service to their mutual customers.
"Receiving this award not only serves to validate past accomplishments, but is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of many individuals within Murata in serving our customers. We continue to spend a tremendous amount of time listening to our distribution partners to align our direction in order to support defined requirements and initiatives," said Woody Wilder, General Manager of Corporate Distribution for Murata Electronics North America. "As the North American marketplace continues to evolve, remaining aligned internally and externally to embrace the needs within the distribution channel is crucial. Supporting our distribution partners growth and success is vital to Murata's well-being."
NEDA is a not-for-profit trade association representing supplier authorized distributors of electronic components and their manufacturer-suppliers. Dedicated to enhancing the authorized distributor-manufacturer relationship, NEDA represents companies involved in the distribution of electronic components, computers and computer peripheral components and test, measurement and control equipment parts.
About Murata Electronics North America (www.murata-northamerica.com)
Murata Electronics North America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., whose global headquarters are in Kyoto, Japan. Established in 1944, Murata Manufacturing is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of ceramic based passive electronic components and power supply modules. With annual revenues in excess of $6 billion dollars, Murata is committed to the environmentally conscious development and stable supply of advanced electronic materials, leading edge electronic components, and multi-functional, high-density modules. Products include: ceramic and polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitors, noise suppression products/EMI suppression filters, inductors, resistor products, resonators, filters, RF components, communication and wireless module solutions, sensors, thermistors, power supplies, sound components, piezo actuators, micromechatronics products, ceramic applied products, and RFID devices. Murata's products are found in a wide range of applications including consumer, mobile communications, computers and networking equipment, automotive electronics, advanced metering equipment, digital home electronics, lighting and illumination, and lifestyle healthcare devices. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.
Shannon Sullivan
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