Welcome to IDEA
The Independent Distributors of Electronics Association is a leading industry resource for providing relevant information regarding quality standards. Additionally, it offers training and certification programs to enhance professional development. Furthermore, it plays a pivotal role in promoting industry ethics and integrity.
Membership
We, as industry leaders, are dedicated to quality initiatives, and are committed to providing responsible procurement solutions.
Quality Standards
Technical resources that are essential for bolstering counterfeit mitigation and inspection programs..
Training Program
We conduct several training courses throughout the year, which provide instruction in counterfeit mitigation and inspection techniques.
Inspector Certification
Our industry-recognized certification serves as a demonstration of competency in inspection skills, counterfeit detection, knowledge of industry best practices and standards, as well as research skills.
The Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA) is a global trade association comprised of organizations dedicated to quality initiatives. These initiatives are aimed at providing Responsible Procurement Solutions™ to the supply chain.
Our Solutions
Membership
IDEA is comprised of organizations that continuously demonstrate their adherence to the rigorous compliance requirements and certifications that distinguish them as dedicated to the level of quality, service, and ethical standards that are required today.
Quality Standards
IDEA is at the forefront of the development of standards and publications that serve to assist with the implementation of counterfeit mitigation programs and the education of all industry stakeholders responsible for procurement and inspection practices and policies.
Training Program
IDEA provides a comprehensive training program for counterfeit mitigation and inspection techniques to assist organizations with their programs and efforts to secure the supply chain.
Inspector Certification
Ensure that your organization’s first line of defense is equipped with the specialized knowledge and tools to detect substandard and counterfeit indicators during inspection from an industry-recognized validation of inspection competency.
Membership
IDEA is comprised of organizations that continuously demonstrate their adherence to the rigorous compliance requirements and certifications that distinguish them as dedicated to the level of quality, service, and ethical standards that are required today.
Quality Standards
IDEA is at the forefront of the development of standards and publications that serve to assist with the implementation of counterfeit mitigation programs and the education of all industry stakeholders responsible for procurement and inspection practices and policies.
Training Program
IDEA provides a comprehensive training program for counterfeit mitigation and inspection techniques to assist organizations with their programs and efforts to secure the supply chain.
Inspector Certification
Ensure that your organization’s first line of defense is equipped with the specialized knowledge and tools to detect substandard and counterfeit indicators during inspection from an industry-recognized validation of inspection competency.