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TIA Files Comments with DoD on Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement Addressing Counterfeit Electronic Parts Prevention
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TIA Files Comments with DoD on Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement Addressing Counterfeit Electronic Parts Prevention
ARLINGTON, VA (July 15, 2013) – The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leading association representing the manufacturers and suppliers of high-tech communications networks, today filed comments with the Department of Defense (DoD) on proposed changes to its Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) on counterfeit electronic parts prevention.
In this filing, TIA stressed to the DoD that clear, accurate, and uniform definitions and accountability are key, and that the information and communications technology (ICT) supply chain is global and therefore requires a global solution. TIA also discussed the numerous public-private partnerships and industry efforts that are underway and which lend to the detection and elimination of counterfeit products, and urged deference to these best practices and standards.
About TIA
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) represents manufacturers and suppliers of global communications networks through standards development, policy and advocacy, business opportunities, market intelligence, and events and networking. TIA enhances the business environment for broadband, mobile wireless, information technology, networks, cable, satellite and unified communications. Members' products and services empower communications in every industry and market, including healthcare, education, security, public safety, transportation, government, the military, the environment, and entertainment. Visit tiaonline.org for more details.
TIA is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and is a proud sponsor of ANSI’s Standards Boost Business campaign. Visit www.standardsboostbusiness.org for details.
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