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Integrating Obsolescence with Program Goals (5/18/11)
Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) teams are consistently under pressure to be proactive in managing obsolescence. The reality is that due to the lack of planning for obsolescence, most End of Life issues are dealt with in a very reactive way, costing the program both customer service and profit losses. In this series we will reveal to the reader the Channel One Electronic Systems Obsolescence Management framework that can positively impact your program goals.
Critical Elements for Long Term Secure Storage of Obsolete Electronic Components (6/15/11)
Electronic components are stored all over the world for use in all manner of electronic products and systems. Many of these components are relatively simple and robust products that can be stored with only passing regard to environmental control and quality processes. These component types- passive, low function active or electromechanical devices- are not the subject of specialized long term storage and care. The storage of simpler components, as long as reasonable ESD control is exercised and severe environments are avoided, does not require specialized procedures. Unfortunately, many electronic system manufacturers treat all components the same when considering long term storage and usage.
Electronic Systems Obsolescence Management (ESOM SF-2.0) (6/1/11)
How much will that EOL event cost you?

Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) teams are consistently under pressure to be proactive in managing obsolescence. The reality is that due to the lack of planning for obsolescence, most End of Life issues are dealt with in a very reactive way, costing the program both customer service and profit losses. In this series we will reveal to the reader the Channel One Electronic Systems Obsolescence Management framework that can positively impact your program goals.
Component Sustainability Assessment (7/29/11)
Contained within our publication, ESOM SF – 2.0 is our step- by- step solution to proactively managing the program thru its life cycle. The framework also provides an important tool for ensuring consistency of approach for all obsolescence responses on a project and for communicating both within the company and with end customers. This tool was created as document to be used at the program management level.
Forward Risk Costing for Obsolescence Budgeting (7/15/11)
Calculating the cost of an obsolete component goes beyond the component purchase cost at the LOT buy. The LOT buy consolidates into a single purchase many years’ worth of components and, as such, there is a considerable required expenditure to finance components that will be purchased today but not used for 5 to 7 years. Do you have this cost included in your program budget? www.ch1group.com