Dealing with Suppliers
Abstract
Kirk and Fred discussing dealing with suppliers in dealing with failures in complex interconnected systems.
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SOR 760 Dealing with Suppliers
SOR 715 Choosing Reliable Suppliers
Choosing Reliable Suppliers
Abstract
Chris and Fred discuss what you need to look for when choosing suppliers. The keyword here is the (human) suppliers … not the inanimate supplies!
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SOR 301 Working with Suppliers Offering New Technologies
Working with Suppliers Offering New Technologies
Abstract
Andre and Fred discussing the challenges and some ideas on solutions when sourcing new technology from a vendor.
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Asking a Vendor for Reliability Data
Asking a Vendor for Reliability Data
Selecting as a supplier for components or subsystems involves many aspects, including the desired reliability performance.
Once selected, the ability of the supplier to provide items that meet or exceed the reliability requirements relies on their understanding of the requirements and operational conditions related to the specific item within the system.
It also relies on the supplier’s knowledge of their own design and manufacturing processes as it relates to reliability performance.