IDEA’s executive director, Faiza Khan, outlines how standards, training and auditing support safer sourcing decisions across today’s electronics manufacturing market In today’s volatile semiconductor market, counterfeit and substandard components present far more than a procurement inconvenience. A single compromised part can lead to operational failures, costly downtime and serious safety concerns. As geopolitical tensions, supply shortages and extended product life cycles continue to strain the global electronics supply chain, purchasing professionals…