Flexible part finding for transport use cases
Princeps gives support and knowledgeable guidance for the whole transportation sector, including rail, automotive and aerospace firms to deliver quality component sourcing with full traceability back to the OCM (original component manufacturer).
The transport industry is changing rapidly and so Princeps supports manufacturers navigating tech challenges such as EVs (electric vehicles), connected and autonomous or driver assist systems and rail networks and services. Our unique approach ensures exclusive sourcing from OCMs, partnerships with approved distributors, total component traceability and clear supply chain management.
- Guaranteed traceable stock
- Thorough laboratory inspection
- Obsolete & hard to find sourcing
- Component availability strategy
- Counterfeit management
- Timeline organisation
Our certifications & credentials
The importance of a reliable supplier at source is vital and at Princeps we can ensure 100% traceable components for all of our clients in the transport sector. We are experienced working with:
- OEMs
- Tier 1 & Tier 2 Suppliers
- Infrastructure Operators
- Commercial & Public Firms
- Rail & Automotive Operations
We are proud of our quality management system that sets a high benchmark in component sourcing and supply. Our certifications stand as a testament to our commitment to excellence and high quality part assurance.
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017
- AS9120B:2016
- AS6081
- JOSCAR registered
- Cyber Essentials Plus
Streamlined Supply Chain Solutions
Our range of Supply Chain and Component Sourcing services include:
Traceability
Safe, traceable sourcing of currently available EEE components. Order traceable current parts via a variety of ordering and delivery models including blanket, call off and KANBAN.
Sourcing
Rely on our knowledge & expertise to securely source the parts you need. Secure sourcing for hard-to-find parts including those that are obsolete.
Obsolescence
Continuity planning for obsolescence & open market sourcing of obsolete parts. Obsolescence management and mitigation, BOM monitoring and AS6081 releases, helping avoid long term supply concerns.
Tail Management
Rationalise a range of suppliers to a single point of contact. Vendor tail reduction for supply chain simplification and giving you a single point of contact for EEE sourcing and procurement.
Kitting
Managed solution including sourcing and traceability. Simplify production with kitting solutions & reduce hidden costs, streamlining manufacturing and addresses counterfeit mitigation.
What is a transport component supplier?
A transport component supplier locates, validates and provides electronic, electrical and electromechanical (EEE) parts to airspace, rail and automotive firms so that their vehicles and equipment run safely. The transport sector experiences real risks if there is a component failure, which means that supply chain integrity is critical. A well managed supply chain includes full traceability, counterfeit mitigation and timely delivery.
The role of component suppliers is not simply fulfilling a purchase order. A specialist supplier manages obsolescence risk and finds hard to find or end of life parts before shortages impact manufacturing. They additionally ensure that every part meets strict quality standards and stringent compliance benchmarks. This lessens risk, mitigates delays and helps budgets stay on track.
Princeps has worked alongside transport firms in the automotive and rail sector since 2006. We hold AS9120B and AS6081 accreditations for traceability and counterfeit risk mitigation. Princeps partners with a global network of manufacturers which are authorised sources of electronic parts. We also provide fully traceable parts, with in house testing in our laboratory, BOM monitoring and kitting services through a single point of contact rather than using and managing multiple suppliers.
For procurement departments managing long product lifecycles, strict regulatory constraints and complicated supply chains, our combination of technical expertise and clear communication reduces risk significantly.
Who are component suppliers to the transport industry?
Component suppliers who are supply chain experts and sourcing partners serving the transport industry are specialist organisations that have clients focusing on automotive systems, rail infrastructure and broader transport manufacturing. Suppliers are in a global network that also includes semiconductor manufacturers, authorised distributors, brokers and independent testing professionals.
Transport is a safety critical application and so any component entering the supply chain needs to be genuine, completely traceable and without any level of counterfeit risk. This level of supply chain security can mean that generalist procurement and part suppliers aren’t able to meet this level of expectation. There are also accreditations, processes and a depth of expertise required to back every part delivered, which here at Princeps we can deliver.
Princeps has operated in the supply chain industry since 2006 and has worked directly with automotive, rail and transport clients to source hard to find, obsolete and standard EEE components. With an established global network of manufacturer authorised suppliers as well as accreditations (AS9120 and AS6081), this is why firms globally trust us with their parts. Princeps provides in house lab inspection, counterfeit mitigation, obsolescence management and kitting so that your company can work on its core operations.
Partnering with us means you get a single, accountable supply chain partner with in depth staff knowledge, transparent communication at every stage and a proven track record.