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In 2022, the number of reported counterfeit and nonconforming electronic components reported to the supply chain monitoring group, ERAI, increased by 35% from the previous year, writes Evertiq This is despite worldwide semiconductor sales remaining relatively flat.
"Counterfeiters take advantage of people who are in a hurry and looking for quick answers. Take some time to understand what’s going on—and to look for solutions that don’t require making a risky buy from an unknown supplier," reports EPS News.
To avoid electronics supply-chain disruptions, you may also wish to consult an expert in electronics component supply. With more than three decades of supply-chain expertise, Astute Electronics is ideally placed to work with you on your daily component requirements.
According to Electronics Sourcing (ES), counterfeit components are a growing concern in the industry, especially with the rise in online sales.
To avoid electronics supply-chain disruptions, you may also wish to consult an expert in electronics component supply. With more than three decades of supply-chain expertise, Astute Electronics is ideally placed to work with you on your daily component requirements.
The supply chain monitor, ERAI, reported a total of 768 suspect counterfeit and nonconforming parts - a marked increase over the last three years.
To avoid electronics supply-chain disruptions, you may also wish to consult an expert in electronics component supply. With more than three decades of supply-chain expertise, Astute Electronics is ideally placed to work with you on your daily component requirements.
The Anti-Counterfeiting Forum will be co-hosting the Counterfeit Electronics and Materials Symposium at the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry, UK, on 14-15 March 2023 alongside the U.S. electronics bodies, SMTA and CALCE.
The flow of counterfeit components always tends to increase during times of shortage – something that the EU’s intellectual property office and Europol have noticed, writes Evertiq here, continuing, "What is evident is that the wrong component in the wrong system can result in big problems."