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Intelligence for hardware supply chains

Procurement insights, customer stories, and company news from the Procurabl team.

Lexa, BOM analyzed for availability, lead time, lifecycle, and risk, sourced across 150+ distributors and 7,000+ manufacturers to PO and delivery

Agentic Procurement for Electronics

Electronic component sourcing fails when BOM data is scattered across inboxes, spreadsheets, and datasheets. Upload your BOM to Lexa, see the sourcing risk on every line, and buy the parts you need - quoted, sourced, and delivered through Procurabl.

Aug 22, 2026 · Team Lexa

Procurabl Lexa Sourcing guide: strategic sourcing and managed procurement for lithium-ion cells

lithium cell sourcing

Strategic Sourcing vs. Managed Procurement: How We Source and Deliver Lithium Cells at Scale

Strategic sourcing and managed procurement services for lithium-ion cells from Asia. Supplier sourcing, quality control at origin, DG logistics, and ~30 MWh delivered. Manufacturer relationships include Gotion, CALB, BAK, CATL, Lishen, Molicel, Samsung, Panasonic, TenPower, Highstar and Toshiba.

Aug 22, 2026 · Team Lexa

long tail procurement

The Hidden Risks of Long-Tail Procurement Consolidation

Summary: Outsourcing long-tail procurement can expose your BOM to competitors. Learn how to secure your supply chain IP with orchestration and data isolation.

Jul 20, 2026 · Team Lexa

Blog

Sourcing Carbon Fiber UAV/Drone Chassis for Scale Production

Summary: Sourcing a high-performance FPV drone frame isn't about finding a basic job shop; it's about translating topological design constraints into scalable aerospace manufacturing. Lexa’s embedded AI solves this, autonomously routing complex carbon fiber drone and advanced Carbon Filled Nylon requirements to a comprehensively verified partner network in hours, not weeks.

Jul 10, 2026 · Procurabl Partner Network

BESS

How to Source Power Cables and HV Cables for a Battery Energy Storage System

Summary: The real bottleneck in scaling a Battery Energy Storage System isn't just material availability; it is the manual translation of complex thermal and electrical constraints. Lexa’s embedded AI solves this, autonomously routing exact power cable and HV cable requirements to a comprehensively verified partner network in hours, not weeks.

Jul 8, 2026 · Procurabl Partner Network

Capacitor

The AI and EV Driven Capacitor Shortage

AI servers and 800V EVs are colliding with a structural capacitor shortage. MLCC lead times have stretched past 20 weeks, barium titanate supply is concentrated in China, and tantalum prices are climbing. Here's what's driving it, and how hardware OEMs can engineer the risk out of their BOM before it locks in.

Jul 2, 2026 · Procurabl Partner Network

battery

Why LiPo Battery Selection Is a Procurement Problem, Not Just an Engineering One

A technical guide to selecting, specifying, and procuring LiPo batteries for UAV programs; covering cell chemistry, C-rating, S-configuration, supplier qualification, and total cost of ownership.

Jun 30, 2026 · Ninad Kashid

PCBA

The OEM Guide to PCBA Sourcing

Summary: Manual BOM translation causes PCBA delays. Learn how Lexa's embedded AI infrastructure autonomously routes electronics manufacturing to verified capabilities.

Jun 26, 2026 · Procurabl Partner Network

supply chain

Reality of China+1: Why Vendor Directories Fail and Lexa Wins

Summary: The real bottleneck in China+1 diversification is manual data translation. Lexa’s embedded AI solves this, autonomously routing complex engineering requirements to a comprehensively verified partner network in hours, not weeks.

Jun 26, 2026 · Ninad Kashid

automotive

Automotive OEM Procurement: The Architecture of EV Supply Chains

Explore the core categories of automotive OEM procurement in the EV era. Learn how Lexa's embedded AI infrastructure eliminates BOM bottlenecks and accelerates sourcing

Jun 24, 2026 · Ninad Kashid

how Lexa agents reduce time spent on getting quotes

Blog

Why Most RFQs Fail Before They Even Start

Summary: Manual data bottlenecks cause RFQs to fail. Lexa’s AI infrastructure embeds into your engineering stack, autonomously parsing BOMs and matching precise supplier capabilities to reduce sourcing cycle times to seconds.

Jun 23, 2026 · Ninad Kashid

Blog

BOM Management 101: The OEM’s Guide to Standard and Custom Parts

Summary: Learn the fundamentals of BOM management for hardware OEMs. Discover how to structure eBOMs and mBOMs, and how Lexa automates BOM intake to reduce sourcing delays

Jun 22, 2026 · Ninad Kashid

FRP composite radiator fan shroud, hand lay-up manufacturing for a heavy equipment/Off Highway Vehicle

Off-Highway Heavy Vehicle

How We Converted a Radiator Fan Shroud From Plastic to FRP Composite

How Procurabl converted a plastic radiator fan shroud to FRP composite for a Tier-1 supplier in the UK's heavy equipment industry solving thickness, bowing, and insert integrity in hand lay-up manufacturing.

May 26, 2025 · Catterpillar Inc (UK)

48V permanent-magnet motor and custom reduction gearbox engineered for electric sweeper drive

Industrial Equipment

How We Engineered Challenger India's Electric Drive System

How Procurabl engineered a custom 48V motor-and-gearbox drive for Challenger India's electric sweeping equipment, from an off-the-shelf platform to an application-specific solution.

Aug 29, 2024 · Challenger

vacuum casting

Vacuum Casting Expert Design Guidelines

Discover the power of urethane casting and polyurethane integration in electric vehicles. Explore how these techniques drive innovation, reduce weight, and enhance performance in automotive engineering.

May 20, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

3d printing

Design Guidelines for 3D Printing

Expert design guidelines for 3D printing and additive manufacturing, covering material selection, part orientation, support structures, and post-processing considerations.

May 1, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

sheet metal

Design Guidelines for Sheet Metal Fabrication

Comprehensive design guidelines for sheet metal fabrication in automotive and aerospace applications, covering bending, forming, welding, and material selection best practices.

Apr 20, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

die casting

Design Guidelines for Die Casting

Expert design guidelines for die casting processes, covering draft angles, wall thickness, fillets, and material selection for high-quality cast components.

Apr 10, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

sand casting

Design Guidelines for Sand Casting

Comprehensive design guidelines for sand casting processes, covering pattern design, gating systems, risers, and material considerations for quality cast parts.

Mar 25, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

injection moulding

Design Guidelines for Plastic Injection Moulding

Essential design guidelines for plastic injection moulding, covering wall thickness, rib design, gate placement, material selection, and mould flow analysis for automotive components.

Mar 15, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

cnc machining

Design Guidelines for CNC Machining

Expert design guidelines for CNC machining, covering tool access, material selection, tolerances, surface finish, and cost optimization strategies for precision components.

Mar 5, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

Molicel lithium-ion cell packaging, Procurabl India market entry case study

Aerospace

How We Built Molicel's India Market

How Procurabl built Molicel's verified, compliant lithium-ion cell supply chain in India, from counterfeit-plagued sourcing to 5–7 container loads a year

Feb 21, 2024 · Molicel

injection molding

How to Select Material for Injection Molding: Automotive Components

A practical guide on selecting the right materials for injection molding of automotive components, covering mechanical properties, thermal resistance, and cost considerations.

Feb 20, 2024 · Amisha Agarwal

contract manufacturing

How to Ensure Quality in Contract Manufacturing

Best practices for ensuring quality in contract manufacturing relationships, covering supplier audits, quality agreements, inspection protocols, and continuous improvement strategies.

Feb 10, 2024 · Team Procurabl

drones

The Evolution of Drones and Cruise Missiles: A Tale of Innovation

Exploring the technological evolution of drones and cruise missiles, from early developments to modern innovations in autonomous systems and their manufacturing supply chains.

Jan 10, 2024 · Team Procurabl

Molicel lithium-ion cells, BIS-compliant battery sourcing case study for General Aeronautics

Aerospace

Securing Industry BIS Compliant Lithium-ion Batteries for UAV

How Procurabl secured BIS-compliant Molicel lithium-ion cells for General Aeronautics via FCL import from Taiwan cutting landed cost 40% with full end-to-end traceability.

Dec 5, 2023 · General Aeronautics

distributed manufacturing

Distributed Manufacturing: The Future of Part Production

Exploring how distributed manufacturing networks are reshaping part production, reducing lead times, and building supply chain resilience through localized production capabilities.

Dec 1, 2023 · Team Procurabl

Healthcare

Covid-19: Combatting Oxygen Shortage

How Procurabl helped India sustain the delta wave in 2021 by sourcing critical oxygen equipment and components during the national shortage, demonstrating supply chain agility in crisis.

Oct 20, 2021 · Healthcare Organizations

EV / Battery

Composite Busbar for Lithium-Ion Batteries

Case study on busbar manufacturing for lithium-ion battery packs, covering material selection, manufacturing process optimization, and quality assurance for composite busbar production.

Sep 25, 2021 · Inverted Energy