EOL: The Chip Shortage You Don’t See Coming
As the global semiconductor industry breaks ground on dozens of new fabs, there’s a side effect that chip makers don’t like to advertise: product obsolescence
Obsolescence Throws Another Curve Ball in the Supply Chain
When the supply chain is squeezed, how do you find parts that are already elusive? Picture this: You are an electronics OEM working in defense/aerospace, medical, telecom, or the industrial controls sectors – where a large part of your bill of materials (BOM) consists of mature devices. In your world, manufacturers’ product discontinuance notices (PDNs)…
Flip Electronics Thrives on the ‘Bleeding Edge’ of Technology
There aren’t may start-ups in electronics distribution, and even fewer that specialize in end-of-life (EOL) components. Flip Electronics has just celebrated its fifth year focusing on the “bleeding edge” of technology. Flip manages EOL parts for component suppliers and customers. “I’d say five years is proof of concept,” said Jason Murphy, Flip’s founder and CEO.…
Industry Favors Final Anti-Counterfeit Rule
The final Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) rule regarding the sourcing of electronic components is being viewed favorably by advocates of the authorized supply chain. The rule, issued August 2, incorporates language suggested by the Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) and other industry groups that clarifies terms, such as “authorized dealer” and “trusted supplier;” and issues,…
Arrow Partners with Resurgent on EOL Parts
Centennial, Colo.—Component obsolescence is a fact of life in the electronics industry. While it used to primarily affect OEM customers in long lifecycle industries that is no longer the case. In a move to help OEM customers better manage end-of-life (EOL) semiconductors, Arrow Electronics, Inc. is collaborating with Resurgent Semiconductor to provide its customers with access…
New Online Sourcing Community Debuts
Network Product Solutions, LLC, a veteran-owned start-up specializing in building social ecosystems that allow users to solve complex challenges, has announced the launch of the Trusted Global Buyers Network (TGBN). Unlike a part inventory aggregation engine or internet trading platform, TGBN harnesses the power of social media and online community for the first time in…
When EOL is the Beginning of Sourcing Havoc
Most non-engineers will readily admit that new technology is pretty complicated, but buyers will tell you obsolete products are the real challenge. A majority of purchasers in the electronics supply chain may not be seeking end-of-life (EOL) parts, but those that do will tell you all kinds of problems are associated with EOL. First, many…
Transitional EOL Cuts Last-Time-Buy Pains
Semiconductor End-of-Life (EOL) announcements can cause procurement stress and lines-down situations. When an EOL notification is issued, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) may find themselves in the position of having to make a last-time-buy (LTB) purchase that will cover the duration of its manufacturing and/or in-field maintenance. Customers that have a large timeline disconnect between the EOL…
Rochester Reintroduces TI’s LM Series
Rochester Electronics re-introduces the LM series of linear products from Texas Instruments (National Semiconductor) as part of its Extension of Life program.
Rochester Electronics Offers PLM Services
As part of its PLM services, Rochester Electronics helps buyers and designers with the end-of-life (EOL) management of their critical semiconductor devices.