In-depth guides covering parts sourcing, supplier discovery, and procurement workflows.
Component Obsolescence Management: A Proactive Guide
How to manage electronic component obsolescence before it becomes a crisis: monitor lifecycle status, assess BOM risk, and mitigate with LTB, alternates, and second sources.
2026-07-02 · 5 min read
How to Prevent Counterfeit Electronic Components
A practical guide to counterfeit prevention: source selection, certifications like AS9120 and AS6081, traceability, and testing, with the highest risk in obsolete parts.
2026-07-02 · 5 min read
Component Sourcing: A Practical Guide for Buyers
How component sourcing works: the four supplier channels, a step-by-step sourcing workflow, how to vet suppliers, and where to find sources others miss.
2026-06-30 · 6 min read
How to Qualify a Second-Source Supplier
A practical workflow for identifying, evaluating, and qualifying an alternate supplier, from candidate identification through vendor audit and approval.
2026-04-21 · 8 min read
How to Reduce Supply Chain Risk With Diversified Sourcing
How to identify critical single-source dependencies in your BOM, build diversified supplier shortlists, and track new source candidates.
2026-04-21 · 7 min read
How to Source Obsolete Electronic Components: A Practical Guide
When authorized distributors run dry on an EOL part, here's the workflow for finding inventory, vetting suppliers, and avoiding counterfeits.
2026-04-21 · 7 min read