Time tomarket
matches open requirements generated by planning systemswith available supply
atwww.verical.com, then returns thematched lists via e-mail to the buyers responsible for purchasing the components.
SiliconExpert integrates average inventory lead times fromdistributors into its componentmanagement suite
DemandMatch automates the workflow for sourcing time-
critical components that can't be obtained through the primary channel. Verical said it will dramatically reduce the time it takes buyers to procure parts "on demand," cutting sourcing time from hours or days tominutes.
The DemandMatch process begins when Verical receives an
electronic requirements report fromthe planning systems of participating OEMand EMS companies. These listsmay be submitted in any electronic format, including industry-standard protocols such as RosettaNet, web services, XML, cXML, xCBL or EDI. Buyers can also upload lists directly to the Verical website by
registering and then clicking on the "Buyer's Workbench" tab.
After the requirements
list is submitted to Verical, DemandMatch automatically generates match lists and segments themby buyer. The individualizedmatch lists are e-mailed to each buyer, which include hyperlinks that navigate users tomatches in the Verical outlet. Buyers can review thematches against their open requirements, select the parts they wish to buy and check out, said Verical.
Franchised distributors improve online services
Many leading franchised distributors such as Arrow Electronics and Newark also provide online buying services that are
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