Our vendor qualification process vets prospective electronic component suppliers, enforcing counterfeit prevention and avoidance measures at every step.
We thoroughly examine every vendor’s reputation, performance, and operations before adding them to our Approved Vendor List (AVL). Our process includes a review of potential partners’ industry standing, history, and references.
Confirm the vendor’s physical location and corporate contact information
Authenticate the vendor’s certifications and memberships with the proper registrars
Evaluate the vendor’s performance through the ERAI and GIDEP databases, automatically disqualifying suppliers with any reported issues
Secure third-party references for the vendor using Fusion Worldwide’s global network
Investigate the vendor’s industry experience and connections, including parent companies and subsidiaries
Analyze the vendor’s inspection, testing, handling, and storage procedures
Examine the vendor’s sourcing lanes to ensure they provide authentic parts
Prove any specializations by assessing the vendor’s devices, commodities, and manufacturing processes
Affirm the vendor will stay within their sourcing lanes and specializations
Our supplier partners must consistently meet our quality standards to stay on our Approved Vendor List (AVL). We maintain open, honest communication to proactively address challenges and ensure a mutually beneficial partnership.
Monitor the vendor’s performance according to our purchasing requirements
Track the vendor’s performance using our in-house database and the ERAI’s records, immediately restricting suppliers with any reported issues
Provide the vendor with routine feedback for continuous improvement
Prioritize sourcing partners based on our empirical vendor rating system
Enforce an eight-step disciplinary process for vendors that fall short of our standards
