Join
SAE International,
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and
IHS...
On
Thursday June 17th, IHS and Supply & Demand Chain
Executive are hosting a web seminar on the ever increasing
problem of counterfeit
parts. This web seminar will feature experts from SAE International, NASA’s Jet Propulsion
Laboratory, and IHS. The web seminar
is free, so please take a moment to register if this is of interest to you. If
the time/date are not convenient, you can still register and will be sent to
link to the recorded event.
Are
Counterfeit Parts Infiltrating Your Supply Chain?
Countering the Threats to Quality,
Performance, Reliability, Safety and Security
Date: Thursday, June
17, 2010
Time: 11:00am Eastern,
8:00am Pacific, 4:00pm London (15:00 UTC/GMT)
Counterfeit parts,
especially electronic components, are entering the supply chain at an alarming
rate. The motives range from greed to espionage, with the players ranging from
seemingly innocuous and sometimes 'invisible' suppliers, to organized crime,
terrorists and even state sponsors. And the impact of counterfeit parts makes it
even more disturbing. It is estimated that counterfeit
parts:
- cost industry
$100-$200 billion annually
- affect 10% of all
electronic equipment/components
- affect as many as 30%
of parts in some regions
When
"Parts Ain't Just Parts"
Counterfeit
parts inherently have quality, performance, reliability and safety problems,
which have led to breakdowns, system failures, networks crashes, and worse.
Furthermore, some counterfeits pose security risks by 'opening' access to
otherwise secure systems by hackers and spies.
The entire supply chain is
affected, from the original part/component manufacturer, to the OEM's, to
distributors and brokers. Company reputations are tarnished, 'buyer beware'
takes on a whole new meaning, there are huge liability risks, and security can
be compromised. Counterfeiting operations rely on (and take advantage of) the
good reputations of the OEM and component manufacturers, and their supply chain
partners. Your good name is at risk, not to mention the threats to safety and
security.
Counter the
Counterfeit Threat
In this web
seminar, industry experts will discuss some proven practices, methods, and
standards (e.g. SAE AS5553) to implement a Counterfeit Parts Control
Plan to mitigate the risks of receiving and installing
counterfeit parts, including:
- Proactive
Avoidance - researching
sources of supply, BOM/AVL management, and purchasing process
- Detection &
Authentication - sampling and
inspection, testing verification, part validation
- In Process
Investigation - including material
control and reporting
- Mitigation &
Disposition - including response
strategies when suspect or confirmed counterfeit parts are discovered
- Redesign &
Resupply - including finding
alternates and their sources of supply
- Ongoing
Management - including
formation of cross-functional working groups, and changes to internal policies
and procedures.
Supply &
Demand Chain Executive will lead SAE International, NASA's Jet Propulsion
Laboratory and IHS through a frank and informative discussion on this serious
threat, and how your organization can proactively avoid potential
harm.
Presenters will hold a live Q&A session to conclude the 60 minute
agenda.
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