TABLE OF CONTENTS The documented processes shall verify that the installed component is compatible with the circuit application requirements for performance and reliability through the processes listed in this document. These processes include component qualification (including a life test requirement), assurance of quality (consistency), equipment reliability assessments, qualification of the equipment (environments), and equipment reliability monitors.
| Note | This could be produced either by using a standard method, component manufacturer reliability tests, equipment field return data, similarity with any other similar applications, etc. |
The documented processes shall identify risks associated with availability of the component, and methods to mitigate those risks.
| Note | These may include low volume manufacturers, allocation risks, financial stability of manufacturers, single source manufacturers, etc. |
The documented processes shall include tracking and reporting the status of risk mitigation efforts when required by customer or business needs.
The documented processes shall address logistics supportability and life management issues when required by customer or business needs.
| Note | The following are primary examples of component risk areas that may be addressed in the Plan, specifically or generically: These risk areas may be addressed as part of other design, production, procurement or marketing processes or practices. |
New technology availability or maturity for meeting the specified requirements,
Component delivery and production rate schedules,
Component obsolescence during design, production, or support,
Lack of qualification or quality assurance data,
Qualification test schedule (especially risk of failure),
Cost drivers (especially with custom components),
Component changes (design...
