Why use a franchise distributor?

20 May 2024

Most organisations do not realise they can obtain components via channels other than the official regional franchised distributor.

Reputable, accredited and a proven track record of sourcing quality components

Many larger companies with dedicated procurement teams use our services to keep their inventory costs competitive. This is because Whistler has access to a global network of franchise distributors and manufacturers – which means we can shop around and get the best possible prices. It doesn’t matter whether you are using us on an Ad-Hoc basis by RFQ, Co-sourced operating as an extension of your internal team or 100% Outsourced as your fully managed procurement solution. We focus on your specific needs and priorities - whether that be cost, flexibility, access to a wide range of components - or a combination of all three.

We understand there are lots of unaccredited brokers out there, and they come with a higher risk of non-compliance with industry regulations and standards. However, our QMS stands up to any franchise distributor and in many cases surpasses their quality standards.

Most journeys start with a hard-to-find part - but why wait?

We are best known for sourcing hard to find and obsolete electronic components, and when you need an EOL component you are more prepared to shop around. But we guarantee once we've engaged with your procurement team, they'll soon appreciate the savings we can help them achieve.

Wider access to inventory: We can source components from a broader network of distributors and manufacturers globally, increasing the chance of finding hard-to-find parts or discontinued items.

Potentially lower costs: By searching a wider market, we can often negotiate better prices than franchised distributors, especially for larger orders or hard-to-find components.

Flexibility and agility: We can work with smaller orders or custom requests compared to lots of franchised distributors.

Personalised service: You’ll have a dedicated account manager plus enjoy the Whistler Assured Programme with access to an online portal containing all relevant information. Providing a more personalised solution and quicker response times than most franchise distributors.

Quality concerns?

Yes, there's a higher risk of encountering counterfeit or grey market components if a broker doesn't have strict quality control measures. If the broker isn't accredited, there's also a higher risk of non-compliance with industry regulations and standards.

This is why we are constantly striving to be the most accredited independent electronic components supplier.

We have built a global network dedicated to meeting the needs of electronics manufacturers. In doing so, we supply electronic components direct from franchise & featured manufacturers.

Sourcing for niche sectors and global brands

Whistler provides a range of specialist services to the Military, Marine, Oil, Gas and Aviation Industries and manage contracts with major OEM and CEM’s. Exporting our know-how and expertise to a much larger worldwide customer base, we have developed an impressive client portfolio which includes some of the world’s most prestigious companies.

Best-in-class sourcing practitioners

Optimum vendor reduction savings supports the cost reduction, supplier risk and sustainability agenda by providing clients with best-in-class sourcing practitioners, who have deep category expertise across the direct and indirect portfolio of expenditure.

Established in 2001, Whistler was designed to be a single source partner for intelligent supply chain management providing help and expertise at every stage from the initial design of our customer’s products to volume production and customer despatch of finished goods.

Get in touch for more information, to find out about our Whistler Assured Program and services.

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