QA & Certification
Maintaining the integrity of the supply chain is paramount to us. We back this up with industry-leading quality control and certification.
Why does component obsolescence happen?
An electronic component becomes obsolete when it is no longer available from the original manufacturer to the original specification. It can cause major headaches because electronics are often designed to use that specific component.
The rate of component obsolescence keeps pace with the pace of technological advancement. Key components can quickly become obsolete – they are announced as being at the ‘end-of-life’ (EOL), meaning that they will no longer be produced to that specification.
Obsolescence management must become a key part of supply chain management for clients, to ensure that they are not caught out by a sudden EOL announcement.
How Best to Combat Obsolescence?
Here at Rebound we have invested heavily in a deep spread of supply worldwide to support our clients with new sources and availability without compromising our quality.
In 2019 we created a new Asia focussed authorised line card focusing specifically on lesser-known Chinese and Taiwanese brands. Our line card offers a broad technology mix covering a wide range of applications. It is designed to offer our clients more cost-effective alternatives to Tier 1 brands which are now under lead time pressure as well as offering a viable alternative on our customers with the advent of aggressive obsolescence from major Manufacturers.
Working With You as a Partner
With over 18 years’ experience in the market, we’re able to use our knowledge to provide an upfront analysis for the best alternatives on offer, before it becomes a problem.
Obsolescence Management Strategy
Our Obsolescence Management Strategy incorporates PCN & EOL notice feeds to ensure you have to the tools to stay one step ahead.
Quality is Key
Our vigorous quality processes are implemented in all our global logistics centres, allowing us to source and deliver the highest quality obsolete products to our clients when they need it.
Rebound’s Experience
With over 18 years’ experience in the market, we’re able to use our knowledge to provide an upfront analysis for the best alternatives on offer, before it becomes a problem in your supply chain.
Rebound’s Obsolescence Strategy
7
global purchasing offices
200
direct manufacturer relationships
1000
Accounts with franchised distributors & agents
60
dedicated purchasing professionals
20
“BOM Scrub” Component Roadmap Data Analysts
5
Qualified Reverse Engineering Specialists
350+
Employees Worldwide
20000
SQ. FT UK DISTRIBUTION HUB AND CLIMATE CONTROLLED ENHANCED INSPECTION & STORAGE FACILITY
6000
Sq. ft Asia distribution hub and enhanced inspection facility
The Group
- 18 How many years has Rebound been active?
Local Enhanced Inspection
To ensure we meet the standards you and the industry, expects, State of the art In-house inspection equipment, consisting of; Creative Electron Prime X-Ray System, Abi Sentry Counterfeit IC Detector, Keyence VHX-5000 Series microscope & a baking oven.
Quality
Meticulously selected suppliers, demanding quality control and industry certifications ensure you can buy from Rebound with confidence.
Facilities
We are constantly working to build up our global reach to ensure we are always local to where you need us.
Rebound can support your obsolescence strategy
You can contact us using the form below to find out how we can support your obsolescence strategy. Alternatively email enquiries@reboundeu.com, or call +44(0)1635555999.
Component obsolescence FAQS
- Why does component obsolescence happen?
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An electronic component becomes obsolete when it is no longer available from the original manufacturer to the original specification. It can cause major headaches because electronics are often designed to use that specific component.
The rate of component obsolescence keeps pace with the pace of technological advancement. Key components can quickly become obsolete – they are announced as being at the ‘end-of-life’ (EOL), meaning that they will no longer be produced to that specification
- Can you prevent component obsolescence?
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While you can’t prevent component obsolescence, the sooner you know it is happening, the better, as it allows you more time to make the necessary changes.
If the component is critical to your product, you may have to redesign it so that it no longer uses the obsolete part or find an alternative component that is available to replace it in the current design. You will also need to make sure you have enough of the component to complete any orders you have already taken if a redesign is not possible.