AMSYS - a Z2Data company

17/06/2026

What a simply amazing 2026 in Nuremberg! 😊

Lots of exciting conversations, insightful presentations, and, above all, a truly valuable exchange with experts who deal with obsolescence and lifecycle management on a daily basis.
That’s exactly why events like this are so important - to learn from one another and gain new perspectives.

A huge thank you to all the speakers and partners for the candid insights and engaging open discussions! Special thanks to VAG Nürnberg, Leonardo, Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Thales Deutschland, IIOM and Z2Data. 👏

The atmosphere was fantastic throughout, even outside the presentations. Whether over coffee in between sessions, during breaks, or later at dinner together at Mautkeller. There were great conversations and genuine networking everywhere. Add to that delicious food and a truly pleasant atmosphere.

A real highlight, of course, was the ride on the vintage tram through Nuremberg! - That made the day even more special.

THANK YOU also to all participants for this successful and inspiring Community Day 2026!

AMSYS is already looking forward to the next one!

30/04/2026

Component discontinuations don’t come as a surprise, they’re often just recognized too late!

Why is obsolescence management so critical to business today?
- Component discontinuations jeopardize your production
- Unplanned product changes drive up costs massively
- Lack of transparency increases risks along the entire supply chain
- Reactive measures are significantly more expensive than structured proactive mitigation

Our 2-day obsolescence management seminar took place in Hamburg on April 28-29, 2026, and was fully booked with amazing participant. Systematic obsolescence management not only ensures the availability of components. It also creates planning security, protects margins, and strengthens your resiliance in the long term.

The question is not whether components will be discontinued.
The question is how well your company is prepared for this.

🎯 Would you like to proactively manage obsolescence risks instead of just reacting to them? - Then also visit Z2data to learn more!

The AMSYS - a Z2Data company - seminars and trainings teach practical methods, tools, and strategies for reliable obsolescence protection. Find out more now: https://www.am-sys.com/en/seminare/

25/02/2026

How much did your last component discontinuation really cost you?

Production downtime. Fire-drill redesigns. Budget overruns.
Sound familiar?

Too often, obsolescence management only becomes a topic after a crisis hits.
That’s exactly why our AMSYS - a Z2Data company two-day obsolescence management seminar hosted at HTV Group on Feb 24–25, 2026, was completely booked out.

Two days.
Real case studies.
Open discussions about actual crisis situations...and, most importantly, how to prevent them next time.

What participants worked on:
- Identifying supply-chain risks before they escalate
- Building sustainable hedging strategies and preventive measures
- Establishing efficient internal processes and workflows
- Applying proven methods & tools in practice

One takeaway was clear: Professional obsolescence management is no longer a “nice-to-have.” It’s a competitive advantage!

Curious about the next seminar? Find out more and secure your seat: https://www.am-sys.com/en/seminare/
And check out Z2data for best-in-class proactive tools.

How prepared is your organization for the next supply chain disruption?

26/01/2026

⚡ Why Component Obsolescence Is Accelerating - And What To Do About It

The pace of component obsolescence is faster than ever!
Shorter part lifecycles, technological change, M&A activity, supply chain disruptions, regulatory pressures, and shifting consumer demand are all reshaping electronics manufacturing.

This article from Z2data explores the drivers behind faster end-of-life cycles and shows how SCRM, supply chain visibility, traceability, diversification and individual workflows help companies stay resilient.

📌 Read the full article with insights from Bjoern Bartels, Managing Director of AMSYS: https://www.z2data.com/insights/the-reasons-component-obsolescence-happening-faster-than-ever

AMSYS - a Z2Data company brings decades of expertise in obsolescence and lifecycle risk management, helping organizations make informed, strategic supply chain decisions.

Hundreds of thousands of electronic components are discontinued every year. What are the main factors driving EOL trends in 2026?

08/12/2025

SAVE THE DATE - Obsolescence Community Day 2026 in Nuremberg

AMSYS - a Z2DATA company is pleased to announce the date for the next Day!

📍 June 16, 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany
Registration is now open: https://www.am-sys.com/seminare/obsolescence-community-day

You can look forward to a day packed with expertise, exciting insights, and top-notch presentations on the topics of and .

💡 Why should you attend?
✔️ High-profile speakers
✔️ Current trends & solutions
✔️ Exchange with industry experts
✔️ Networking in a relaxed atmosphere

📅 Agenda (details on high-profile speakers to follow):
9:15 a.m. - Registration and welcome coffee
10:00 a.m. - Opening and welcome
10:30 a.m. - Specialist presentations and success stories
12:15 p.m. - Lunch break
1:45 p.m. - Specialist presentations and best practices
3:15 p.m. - Coffee break and networking
4:00 p.m. - Keynote speeches and discussion panel
5:15 p.m. - Special tour of Nuremberg on a vintage tram
7:00 p.m. - Get-together, dinner, and networking
(held in German language)

📢 Save your seat now!
All specific details will follow.
Early birds get a deal - sign up by January 31, 2026, and get 10% off! 🔥

👉 Mark your calendar now: June 16, 2026, Nuremberg

We look forward to seeing you at Obsolescence Community Day 2026! 🚀

27/11/2025

On 25. November 2025 another IIOM certification course took place in Hamburg, Germany. Professionals from a wide range of industries had the opportunity to take their expertise in obsolescence management to the next level and earn "AIIOM" certification! 🎓

We would like to thank all participants for their commitment! 👏

Your path to becoming an certified Obsolescence Manager - Associate Grade:
1) Start with the AMSYS 2-day Obsolescence Management Seminar-Workshop
2) Develop and present your own obsolescence management plan (OMP)
3) Take part in a structured capability assessment session
4) Complete the final multiple-choice examination to receive your official certification

Would you like to become a certified expert in as well?
Secure your spot in one of our upcoming training sessions and workshops! All information here: https://www.am-sys.com/en/seminare/

- Your IIOM endorsed training provider! 🔧📘

05/11/2025

🔍 From to holistic
In the electronics industry, predicting obsolescence, i.e., the discontinuation of components, has long been the central goal of risk management. But those days are over.
Today, geopolitical tensions, environmental regulations, and multi-level supply chain risks threaten the stability of production networks far more than individual component discontinuations.

💡 The key: integrated supply chain risk management (SCRM) that intelligently links internal and external data.
This is impressively demonstrated by the new partnership between Z2data and AMSYS - a Z2Data company:

- Z2Data provides comprehensive information on components, suppliers, and locations.
- AMSYS supplements this data with individual workflows and internal company information such as the criticality of components, inventory levels, and frequency of use.

🔗 This combination provides a holistic view of risks, from obsolescence prediction to risk assessments and solutions according to IEC 62402 standard.

This enables companies to:
- Quantify risks (likelihood × impact)
- Set priorities (“high,” “medium,” “low”)
- And initiate structured proactive measures such as alternative procurement channels or design adjustments.

Conclusion:
👉 Those who manage their supply chain transparently and based on data can turn risks into competitive advantages.

📘 Read the full article on this topic, details and the collaboration featured in "Markt&Technik" - available online (in German) at: https://www.elektroniknet.de/distribution/von-risiken-zu-konkreten-massnahmen.228345.html

23/10/2025

The global Community is gathering in Paris this week and AMSYS - a Z2DATA company is proud to be part of it!

From October 20–23, the IIOM (International Institute of Obsolescence Management) is hosting its annual International Conference, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to share insights and shape the future of system sustainability.

This year’s theme, “Building and Sustaining Systems in the Face of Obsolescence: Business Cases and Knowledge Transfer to the Next Generation of Experts” promises four inspiring days filled with expertise, collaboration, and future-focused discussion.

🎤 On Monday, our Managing Director Bjoern Bartels kicked off the conference by facilitating the first workshop and presenting “Quantifying Obsolescence Risk: A Framework for Smarter Lifecycle Management.”

As technology evolves faster and supply chains grow more complex, the strategic management of obsolescence is more essential than ever.
AMSYS is contributing its deep experience, innovative solutions, and practical tools to strengthen system resilience.

🤝 Collaboration and knowledge sharing drive this event: Only through the exchange of experience and ideas we can create systems that are both stable today and ready for tomorrow.

We’re energized by the conversations, insights, and connections emerging throughout the conference and look forward to shaping the future of obsolescence management together.

Merci, Paris - here’s to an inspiring and forward-thinking IIOM Conference 2025! 🇫🇷

10/09/2025

Together with our cooperation partner HTV Group our 2-day seminar on obsolescence management took place once again!
🎯 Technological change is progressing rapidly - companies are increasingly facing challenges such as Product Change Notices (PCN) and Product Discontinuance Notices (PDN).
In our hands-on workshop, we not only shed light on the basics of obsolescence management, but also specifically address the types and effects of PCN & PDN:

🔄 PCN - Product Change Notice
👉 Changes to products or processes
🔧 Examples: Material, design, production changes
📦 Effects: Validations, adjustments, release processes

❌ PDN - Product Discontinuance Notice
👉 Announcement of the discontinuation of a product
🗓️ Examples: End of Production, potential substitute item
📉 Effects: Potential redesigns, risky impacts, supply bottlenecks

The approach naturally went beyond reactive problem-solving - from identifying the problem early to implementing sustainable solutions incorporating structured risk management, proactive measures, appropriate tools, and contractual arrangements to secure the supply chain.

💡 The conclusion of our expert participants: Proactive obsolescence management is more important today than ever!

If you would like to attend one of our next seminars, please visit https://www.am-sys.com/seminare/ and secure your seat.

AMSYS - a Z2data company

05/09/2025

AMSYS lecture at IIOM webinar: “Mastering obsolescence – How to measure, monitor, and manage the essentials”

We’re excited to share that our Managing Director, Bjoern Bartels, will be speaking at the upcoming IIOM webinar. He has the honor of giving a lecture on the topic of “Risk KPIs – Combining Likelihood and Impact.”
Together with leading industry experts, questions will be explored on how to proactively plan, measure, and successfully manage obsolescence.

📅 Date: October 6
🕑 Time: 2:00 p.m. BST
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Exciting keynote speeches will be followed by an interactive panel discussion. Your questions are welcome!

Don't miss this event and register now!
We look forward to seeing you there!