Today’s counterfeiters are introducing sophisticated counterfeit parts within the EEE domain that cannot be readily verified as authentic or not. The counterfeiters are using such advanced techniques as cloning, and processes that do not leave any physical traces detectable using conventional techniques like testing, X-ray, external visual, XRF, and Decap, amongst others. Proactive planning, part monitoring, and resolution implementation are all necessary to mitigate the risks and impacts of counterfeit parts and materials from entering the DoD Supply Chain and possibly prevent the introduction of counterfeit product into product used by DoD. This track will discuss best practices and lessons learned in these areas. We are seeking presentations from individuals who are counterfeit prevention and detection subject matter experts.

Possible topics include, but are not limited to:

• Risk management and identification methodologies
• Communication and reporting (e.g., GIDEP and ERAI)
• Physical inspection and testing
• Training
• Auditing and assessing counterfeit mitigation implementation
• Understanding and implementing DFARS/FAR requirements
• Supplier management
• Contract language
• Indicators of counterfeit electronic or mechanical parts and materials
• Quality assurance
• Long term reliability impact
• Latest counterfeit threats and mitigation techniques (e.g., clones, advanced counterfeit techniques to avoid detection, most common methods to catch counterfeits)