Dear Valued Customers,

We would like to provide an important update on current conditions within the electronic component market.

The global spot market for critical components particularly RAM and SSDs is experiencing significant volatility, with further instability anticipated. Over the past six months, supplier pricing on certain RAM and SSD products has increased by up to fivefold in some cases, often with limited notice from manufacturers.

As a result, quotation validity periods across the industry have reduced considerably.

How to Protect Your Pricing & Lead-Times

To minimise exposure to further increases and supply constraints, we recommend:

• Engaging with our team early regarding upcoming projects or repeat requirements
• Providing a 6–12 month forecast where possible
• Placing scheduled or forward orders with agreed delivery dates

By partnering with Backplane on forecast planning, we can:

• Lock in current pricing (subject to supplier confirmation)
• Secure component allocation
• Protect delivery schedules
• Improve overall supply certainty

We understand the challenges these conditions present and remain committed to working closely with you to manage risk and maintain continuity of supply.

To review your upcoming requirements or discuss a forecast order, contact our team today.

Kind regards,

ICP Electronics Team