AEROSPACE, MILITARY & DEFENCE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT IN
THE AEROSPACE SUPPLY CHAIN The latest AESQ Quality Management System Requirements for aerospace engine design (AS13100) have led many in the industry to invest in new approaches that improve compliance and traceability in their supply chains. Here Brian Vince, group quality manager at supply chain specialist TFC, shares expertise on using smart inventory management solutions to improve compliance in light of AS13100.
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S9100 is the minimum criteria needed for an acceptable quality management system and applies to the entire aerospace
supply chain. Implemented in March 2021, AS13100 is an add-on for aircraft engines that provides additional safety and risk
assessment
measures. For example, AS13100 adds measures that reduce the risks associated with counterfeit parts.
INVENTORY SOLUTIONS Whether it is for industrial, commercial or military applications, compliance is the defining factor when bringing aerospace assets to market. Manufacturers must ensure all components comply with the relevant regulations, which means having a full understanding of each component and where it came from. However, managing and ensuring compliance with these new regulations can be a lengthy and challenging process. To ease the
headaches associated with managing, purchasing and securing inventory in line with changing regulations, many manufacturers
choose to integrate a tailored vendor managed inventory solution. This involves a third-party provider managing the supply and flow of components entering the warehouse, as well as distributing them to the point of use. The VMI partner ensures that stock is delivered to the right place at the right time, reducing the risk of delayed production because a particular C-Class product is not available. One of the key drivers for the regulatory change was the prevalence of counterfeit goods - these parts have not had the necessary safety and quality checks, posing a huge potential risk. There is therefore a heavy burden on in-house quality teams to ensure parts entering the warehouse are genuine using visual inspection, testing and other measures. Quality teams must ensure each component has the required dimensions, is made from the correct material and meets the necessary performance characteristics. This means extra testing in line with relevant standards, lengthening production schedules.
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