Obsolescence and the Supply Chain

Engineers today face particular challenges when looking for alternative sources of supply for long-term projects. The presentation by Mark Shanley, Sales & Marketing Director at Astute Electronics, highlights how current market conditions are influenced by ever-shorter availability cycles as well as mergers and acquisitions among Original Component Manufacturers (OCMs), and how this affects decision-making processes. Effective supplier controls can help reduce risks from unreliable suppliers, while trusted partners play a critical role in navigating current supply chain challenges.