SOURCING PROCESS

From BOM to shipment, every assumption becomes a check.

Sourceics uses an RFQ-first process for mainstream, shortage and obsolete electronic components. The goal is a quote a buyer can evaluate—not a vague stock claim.

Start with your BOM
SIX CONTROL POINTS

A repeatable procurement workflow

01

Requirement review

Exact MPN, manufacturer, quantity, package, destination, target and risk requirements are normalized.

02

Source classification

Authorized, qualified independent, OEM/EMS excess and legacy supply paths are compared separately.

03

Evidence review

Availability, ownership, lot/date code, labels, traceability and inspection options are checked as applicable.

04

Commercial quotation

Price, MOQ, lead time, validity, payment, shipping and exceptions are stated in one response.

05

Pre-order confirmation

Stock and commercial terms are rechecked immediately before commitment.

06

Inspection & fulfillment

The agreed verification scope is completed and shipment information is documented.

WHAT A USEFUL QUOTE CONTAINS

Enough detail to make a decision.

A low number without context is not a procurement result. Our workflow is designed to surface the conditions behind each offer.

Exact quoted MPN and manufacturerQuantity, MOQ and packing formatAvailability check and quote validityLot/date-code information when availableSource and traceability notesInspection or test scopeLead time, destination and shipping termsPayment terms and stated exceptions
SERVICE PATHS

Use the channel that fits the requirement

Current production

Compare available mainstream supply, commercial terms and fulfillment timing.

Shortage & allocated

Expand the search while increasing supplier and product verification.

Obsolete & legacy

Review remaining stock, condition, traceability, testing and redesign alternatives.

Cost optimization

Evaluate approved alternatives, regional availability and order consolidation.

READY FOR REVIEW?

Send one part or a complete BOM.

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