Industrial electronics manufacturing in Eastern and Central Europe in the near future of 2024

Favourable location and affordable skilled workforce

The Eastern and Central European region is renowned for its high level of technical education in electronics, manufacturing, and engineering. The continual progress of this learning is expected to closely align with the changing demands of the industry. Despite expectations for gradual wage increases in countries such as Poland, The Czech Republic, Romania, and Bulgaria, remuneration remains considerably more affordable for Western original electronics manufacturers (OEMs). Additionally, the strategic geographical location of these countries, particularly those with access to marine transport, facilitates smooth logistics, resulting in further cost savings for OEMs.

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Government support for technological innovation

Even though the costs of EMS services in Eastern and Central Europe are relatively low, EMS providers in this region, such as Poland-based Assel, are investing in the transition to sustainable manufacturing and adoption of the Industry 4.0 technologies. These investments enhance production efficiency and quality through automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence.

While such development and innovation require significant funds, some governments in Eastern and Central Europe are actively working on initiatives to encourage foreign investments, such as grants for research and tax breaks.

Rigorous industry requirements

Additionally, it is expected that the stringent regulation of the electronics manufacturing industry in Eastern and Central European countries in 2024 will further attract OEMs seeking high-quality production. Emphasis on sustainable manufacturing, workplace safety regulations enforcement, and enhanced protection of intellectual property are among the factors that may encourage more OEMs to collaborate with contract electronics manufacturers in Eastern and Central Europe.

Collaboration with European EMS providers in 2024

While there are regions where OEMs can still benefit from lower manufacturing expenses compared to those offered by Eastern and Central European EMS providers in 2024, the balance between production quality, efficiency, and costs in this part of Europe remains particularly advantageous. Moreover, multichannel logistics and smooth supply chains in the region provide additional opportunities for savings. To learn more about contract electronics manufacturer Assel, visit https://asselems.com/en/electronics-manufacturing-in-central-and-eastern-europe.