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,…
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…
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…
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…
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 Electronics re-introduces the LM series of linear products from Texas Instruments (National Semiconductor) as part of its Extension of Life program.
As part of its PLM services, Rochester Electronics helps buyers and designers with the end-of-life (EOL) management of their critical semiconductor devices.