Octopart Edge: Part 6 - Quick Tips to Reduce Bill of Materials Cost

Webinar Overview:

Continuing the Octopart Edge Series with Part 6, Zach Peterson delved into the intricacies of optimizing search results using filters and parametric search techniques on the Octopart platform. This session aimed to equip professionals with advanced strategies for efficiently narrowing down search results to find components that meet specific technical requirements.

Key Takeaways:

1. Main Views in Octopart:

   • Price and Availability View:

     • Default view displays distributors, stock levels, and pricing data.
     • Sorting options include inventory level and price breaks.
     • Additional features provide access to datasheets, inventory history, and reference designs.

   • Specifications View:

     • Accessible via a tab under the main search bar.
     • Aggregates technical specifications from multiple sources in a tabular format.
     • Sorting options include lifecycle status, case/package details, and number of pins/circuits.
     • Filtering options allow for detailed technical parameters like slew rate.

2. Advanced Filtering Techniques:

   • Price Breaks Sorting:
     • Sort by different price break levels for volume production planning.
   • Distributor Location Flags:
     • Select components based on geographical production locations to minimize logistics costs.

3. Parametric Search Techniques:

   • Narrowing Down Search Results:

     • Use partial part numbers or specifications.
     • Leverage parametric search to filter based on technical requirements.

   • Category Filter:

     • Unique to Octopart, enhances search efficiency by categorizing parts.

What's Next?

Join us for the next installment of the Octopart Edge series, "Efficient Strategies for Finding Replacement Parts." Scheduled for August 27, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM EST, this session will offer valuable insights and practical approaches to streamline your part search and procurement processes.

Explore at Your Own Pace – On-Demand Recording:

If you missed the live session or wish to revisit the insights shared, the webinar recording is available on-demand. Click below to access the recording and enhance your expertise with Octopart’s powerful search and filtering tools.