C.J. Wehlage, research director at AMR ResearchFrom C.J. Wehlage, research director at AMR ResearchAll TechnologyIn Difficult Economy, Leading Companies Are Transforming Their Supply ChainsCore high-tech consists of semiconductors, contract & design manufacturing, original equipment manufacturing, consumer electronics, and telecommunications. Most companies in this segment are highly impacted by the economic downturn, trying to reduce working capital, and segmenting product decisions based on profitability.February 19, 2009Page 1 of 1