ITT Interconnect Solutions' UK Facility Achieves SC21 Silver Accreditation
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SANTA ANA, CA - October 26, 2010 - ITT Interconnect Solutions (ICS), a leading global manufacturer and supplier of connectors, interconnects, and cable assemblies, has announced that its UK facility was recently awarded Silver Accreditation in the "Supply Chains for the Twenty-first Century" (SC21) national aerospace and defense supply chain improvement program. The SC21 was established four years ago with the intent of modernizing the UK supply chain through the participation of a wide range of companies. Of more than seven hundred companies in the SC21 program, ICS' Basingstoke facility becomes one of only six to reach silver status since the program's inception, and achieved the additional accolade of immediate elevation to silver level following an intensive year-long audit process.
ICS Basingstoke is a preferred supplier to Thales, who formally nominated it to join SC21 in early 2009. British Aerospace (BAe) also provided key support and encouragement to the company throughout the formal recognition process, which reflects the contribution and commitment of its supply chain. Being part of SC21 gives ICS the opportunity to network with other leading companies in the aerospace, defense and security sector; and to participate in a coordinated effort to improve the industry's overall supply chain. The network also provides the opportunity for ICS and other SC21 companies to learn of the latest developments in the sector at an early stage.
To maintain their Silver Accreditation, SC21 companies must undergo an annual re-accreditation process and demonstrate continuous improvement in business practices, manufacturing practices, quality and on-time delivery.
"Achieving supply chain improvement is crucial to the continued success in not only the UK aerospace and defense industry, but in all industries," said Keith Teichmann worldwide director of marketing and product management, ITT Interconnect Solutions. "This award not only demonstrates our commitment to providing high quality products, but also our dedication to excellence in the supply chain."
The formal presentation conferring SC21 accreditation on the company will take place at the SC21 Task Force meeting in November in Blackpool and will be attended by representatives from the UK Ministry of Defence, Airbus, British Aerospace, Thales, Bombardier, GE Aviation, Lockheed Martin UK and Rolls-Royce.
Further details are available from: www.ittcannon.com
About ITT Interconnect Solutions, Cannon, VEAM, BIW Connectors
ITT Interconnect Solutions is an international manufacturer and supplier of connectors including circular, rectangular, fiber optic, RF, power and high voltage, audio, PCMCIA, Compact Flash Card, enclosures, cable assemblies, and application specific custom solutions. The Interconnect Solutions portfolio includes the brands Cannon, VEAM, and BIW. For more information on ITT Interconnect Solutions and an archive of its press releases, please visit www.ittcannon.com
About ITT Corporation
ITT Corporation is a high-technology engineering and manufacturing company operating on all seven continents in three vital markets: water and fluids management, global defence and security, and motion and flow control. With a heritage of innovation, ITT partners with its customers to deliver extraordinary solutions that create more liveable environments, provide protection and safety and connect our world. Headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., the company generated 2009 revenue of $10.9 billion. www.itt.com
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Nas Echeverria
ITT Interconnect Solutions
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Email: nas.echeverria@itt.com
Web: www.ittcannon.com
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Editor Contact Information:
Keith Teichmann
ITT
714-628-2046
keith.teichmann@itt.com
Garth Miller
BtB Marketing Communications
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