TrustedParts.com Introduces Detailed, On-Demand Factory Lead Time Reporting for ECIA Members
Published: July 22, 2024
Obtaining electronic components is often simple. The TrustedParts.com electronic component search engine displays which authorized distributors have inventory on hand. Orders can be placed with those distributors, and the components may even ship on the same day.
However, for some electronic components, it’s not so easy. There may be high demand, limited or no inventory, and you must wait for the factory to produce more. That’s where factory lead time comes in, and TrustedParts.com now has reporting to help you plan for it. ECIA members are invited to take advantage of this new feature.
What Is Factory Lead Time and Why Is It Important?
Factory lead time refers to the total time it takes for a manufacturing facility to complete a production order from the moment it is received until the finished products are ready for delivery to customers. It encompasses all the processes involved in manufacturing, including order processing, production, quality control, and preparation for shipping.
Engineers must consider factory lead time for electronic components because it impacts project planning, risk management, supply chain efficiency, cost control, new product development, and customer satisfaction. It is a critical factor that you need to manage effectively throughout your product lifecycle.
TrustedParts.com Provides Comprehensive Factory Lead Time Reporting
Factory lead time reporting provides insights into the efficiency and performance of the manufacturing process, enabling engineers to make informed decisions, optimize resources, and deliver successful electronic engineering projects.
The Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) sponsors factory lead time reporting on TrustedParts.com and makes it available to ECIA member companies. While other lead time reporting sources may only offer canned quarterly reports and lead time estimates for broad categories of electronic components, we provide on-demand reporting for over 150 specific product categories and a database of more than 25 million electronic components.
Other key features of TrustedParts.com’s lead-time reports include:
- Generating reports on demand
- Selecting a custom weekly or monthly timeframe
- Reliable, weekly updated data from authorized electronic component distributors
- Viewing data in tabular and chart formats
- Downloading data to Excel
How to Get Started
Simply log in to your ecianow.org account, view your profile, and click on the lead time reporting link.
- If you already have a TrustedParts.com account, click the log in link to sign into your account and request lead time reporting. (If you are signed in, lead time reporting will be requested immediately.)
- If you do not have a TrustedParts.com account, register for one. After entering your information, confirm your account email address. After your account is confirmed, you may not receive access immediately. Please wait until you receive a separate email confirming your access to lead time reporting. Once you have access, you do not need to request it again and can log in to your TrustedParts.com account for access.
- If you have already been granted access to lead time reporting, log in to your TrustedParts.com account and use the Reporting link on the My Account menu.
Lead time reporting is available to ECIA member companies. You can find more information and apply for membership here.
TrustedParts.com: Your Trusted Source for Reliable Factory Lead Time Reports
Factory lead time reporting for electronic components by authorized distributors is a game-changer for engineers. It provides timely and accurate data to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, optimize supply chain management, and ensure project success.
TrustedParts.com stands out as a reliable source of data from authorized distributors, offering a wide range of product categories, real-time updates, and comprehensive insights. If you're looking for reliable factory lead time reports and expert support, get started today!