COMPANY PROFILE MEDICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL
Strength in supply chain and obsolescence management – why you should move your PCB assembly to FermionX
is important that they have a proactive approach to supply chain management; allowing enough time to source alternatives should your component become obsolete. If an electronic component is rendered obsolete and an alternative hasn’t
been sourced in good time it can delay your production line. If a replacement can’t be sourced at all, it could mean a complete redesign of your product. All of which can have a costly impact. At FermionX we are in regular contact with our suppliers and have a strong
supply chain management system that allows us to continually monitor availability. We have procedures in place where ‘end-of-life’ notices from manufacturers are forwarded immediately on to us. If an end-of-life notice has an impact on your product(s) we will contact
you directly. We will proactively source and provide you with a minimum of one alternative, unless agreed otherwise. We also have the option of securing extra stock of the affected component until a replacement is agreed. Our purchasing team will then work with your engineering/design
A
t FermionX we recognise that there is a lot to consider when commissioning a contract electronic manufacturer (CEM) for your PCB
assembly, particularly if you’re working in a heavy regulated industry where the components used are restricted by governing bodies. It is important to understand how obsolescence management can impact your production. As your product ages, so does the PCB and the components used.
Over time, these components may not be available from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). This could be due to the OEM going out of business or the component being discontinued. Largely, this is a side effect of the speed in which technology is advancing. When selecting a new CEM, you need to understand how they assess and manage critical componentry to ensure continuity of supply. It
team to update the BoM before any future order is placed, maintaining continuity of supply. If this proves difficult, or no alternative can immediately be found, we
can secure extra stock of current component before going obsolete, allowing more time to find alternative. By allowing us access to your engineering department we can
streamline the process of sourcing alternative components. It also gives both teams access to additional knowledge and suggestions. Get in touch with our team to find out more information on how we
can support your next project. FermionX
T: 01903 524600
sales@fermionx.com
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