Abstract: 

How can my organization avoid counterfeit parts and materials? SAE International has published dozens of anti-counterfeiting standards and associated technical documents that can help organizations avoid, detect, and mitigate counterfeit risk. Which will be effective for my circumstances?

This presentation provides a roadmap for the application of SAE documents such as AS5553, AS6081, AS6496, AS6171, and AS6174 to protect many types of organizations from counterfeit parts and materials, including organizations outside of the aerospace industry. It will identify suitable users of these documents and provide recommendations for implementation. Finally, the presentation will offer insights into new SAE standards developments to address evolving counterfeit threats.

Biography:

As senior staff, Jim Creiman develops and implements regulatory and standards policies for Northrop Grumman. Jim has practiced the quality profession in government and industry for over thirty years. While working for Westinghouse and Northrop Grumman, he has received numerous company awards for excellence and leadership in manufacturing operations, supply chain quality, and programs. Jim is currently Co-Chair of the SAE International G-19 and G-21 technical committees on counterfeiting. He also volunteers for ASQ (the American Society for Quality) having served on its Board of Directors and now as Geographic Community Council Finance Officer. Jim has been awarded two academic degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from Virginia Tech and a Master of Manufacturing Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University. Jim earned multiple ASQ certifications and is certified as a Six Sigma Black Belt by the Six Sigma Academy. Jim is happily married, with two post-teenage children, and currently resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.