📊Executive Summary

The article discusses the challenges of component obsolescence and end-of-life (EOL) issues in the military-electronics supply chain. It emphasizes the need for proactive strategies such as obsolescence analysis, second-sourcing, and maintaining strong supplier relationships to mitigate risks associated with EOL components. The article highlights the increasing rate of EOL announcements and the impact of global trade disruptions on sourcing non-obsolete components, particularly in military and aerospace applications. It stresses the importance of understanding the root causes of obsolescence, which include technological advancements, economic factors, and regulatory changes, to effectively navigate the volatile supply chain environment....