Resources
AVCOM has a proven track record, offering an accurate, reliable and scalable solution for many customers globally. Supported by BAE Systems employees with decades of industry experience, we offer a robust and effective package. The following resources provide additional detail about our products, services and industry.
White Papers
BAE Systems produces several white papers annually on obsolescence management to help educate and inform those interested in learning more about the industry.
- Avoiding Counterfeit Electronic Components
A counterfeit electronic component is one whose material, performance, or characteristics are knowingly misrepresented by the vendor, supplier, distributor, or manufacturer. While there is no fail safe method, this paper describes some approaches to help reduce the potential of acquiring counterfeit electronic components. - Avoiding Counterfeit Electronic Components Part 2
BAE Systems issued twelve GIDEP Alerts between December 6, 2006, and May 7, 2007, reporting suspect counterfeit electronic components. This paper presents observations by BAE Systems from these recent suspect counterfeit incidents and closes with conclusions from these observations. - Securing the DOD Supply Chain From the Risks of Counterfeit Electronic Components
Counterfeit electronic components can jeopardize the performance, reliability, and safety of defense products. This paper offers recommendations concerning policies and processes that the DOD and industry could employ to prevent the use of counterfeit electronic components and for detecting, reporting and tracking counterfeit electronic components.
Case Studies
For nearly two decades we have delivered comprehensive and high quality obsolescence management solutions to our customers. We have a long history in customer satisfaction by providing unmatched service and meeting all program and funding requirements. For more information on our work and client comments, read Testimonials from existing customers.
- Success Story: Averting Potential Catastrophe
On December 22, 2003, an Air Advisory notice was issued from ASC/ ENSA to all WR/ALC Directorates. The advisory warned of the potential risk of exploding Manganese Dioxide based cathodes in tantalum capacitors. - Success Story: Denying the Use of Fraudulent Parts
An AF/ILS advisory alerted Weapon System Programs across the Air Force that the Defense Logistics Agency had procured fraudulent parts. - Success Story: T-6A, T-6B COTS CLS Program
COTS obsolescence initiatives have resulted in $4.4M in Cost Avoidance over 2.5 years. - Success Story: Tinker AFB - Space & C3I
BAE Systems Space & C3I DMSMS personnel won the 2008 DoD DMSMS Industry Team Award for their efforts in support of the OO-ALC Space & C3I DMSMS Program. - Success Story: V-22 Productivity Improvements
Over a 5 year period, BAE Systems has been providing Obsolescence Management services, solutions and options on the V-22 Team. - Success Story: V-22 Redesign Avoidance
Eleven obsolete parts on the CSMU were identified as the basis of need for redesign of the unit.
Brochures
BAE Systems offers a wealth of information about AVCOM and obsolescence management. If you are unable to find the resource you are looking for, please Contact Us.
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Advanced Components Obsolescence Management (AVCOM )
AVCOM is the most complete obsolescence management solution available. This application features state-of-the-art, system-specific capabilities with unmatched service. Our Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMSMS) management process also offers real-time component status and real-time procurement, along with alerts to provide early warnings of obsolescence. -
Obsolescence Solutions at Work
At BAE Systems, we have a long history in helping our customers identify and mitigate obsolescence issues before they become a problem. New tiered products are available to meet all your program and funding requirements. -
Obsolescence Solutions Center
When dealing with obsolescence, it is important to realize that not every obsolete part is a problem. However, the task of determining which obsolete parts are truly causing system sustainment issues can be difficult. Let BAE Systems put the power of an investigative team on your side.
