Arrow Altech Distribution (AAD) is Africa's leading distributor of quality industrial, electronic and computer components and represents many of the foremost international component and computer product manufacturers in the world.
AAD is a joint venture between Altech, South Africa's R3,1 bn JSE Securities Exchange listed TMT group, and Arrow Electronics, one of the world's largest NYSE listed $13 bn electronics distribution groups.
Recognised as the distribution hub into Africa, AAD's world class distribution centre situated in Jet Park, ensures that customers experience convenience when purchasing electronic components, computer products and other related products. The state-of-the-art warehouse is fitted with leading-edge technology and equipment and makes extensive use of bar-coding technology and rapid conveyor systems. This newly-constructed 6000 m warehouse and office facility provide a business centre for approximately 150 staff, with regional offices in Cape Town and Durban. AAD's head office is strategically located near Johannesburg International Airport in order to provide quick access to local and international destinations, as well as enabling AAD to clear bulk shipments of components with ease so that they can be distributed timeously.
AAD offers the most comprehensive line card in the industry and provides focused support to a wide range of customers. Through its long standing relationships with leading international specialist suppliers, AAD is favourably positioned to provide the African market with the world's most sought after components at highly competitive prices.
Through AAD's large range of world class value-added services local manufacturers have the ability to compete globally and domestically by focusing on their core business whilst taking advantage of the skills and efficiency of a single supply partner with vast experience. These services include: kitting, cable assembly, chip design, programming, Just in Time (JIT)/Kanban shipments, sub assemblies, bar coding, dedicated inventory, special/ buffer stock holding, single invoices for multiple shipments, specialist technical support, special custom part numbers, multiple supplier products from a single source, sophisticated order status summaries, design support for all product areas, internal technical support teams, automated replenishment systems (CARES), consolidated shipments and EDI component sourcing,
Computer Products Group
The Computer Products Group (CPG) of Arrow Altech Distribution has evolved from a supplier of CPU, motherboard and certain networking products (with Intel as its flagship principal of 28 years) to a division now carrying 30 additional computer product lines from 17 leading manufacturers. Well-known names such as Intel, Matrox, AMD, IBM, Seagate, LG, MediaForte, HP, ADI, EIZO and others make up an impressive line card. This broad line transition took place in a short space of time and forms part of AAD's strategic goal to be an active and leading player in the IT industry. This full-house 'stack' of products complements Altech's strategy of exploiting the convergence between telecoms, multimedia and IT. AAD CPG leverages from Arrow's international supplier relationships and has access to the company's Microtronica inventory in the UK and Europe when required. CPG also boasts qualified technical staff who are able to assist in complex network designs and solutions and can provide pre and post sales support on a broad range of products and systems.
Internet shopping ( www.arrow.altech.co.za) allows registered customers to order computer products, systems and various peripheral components on a 7 x 24 h basis. AAD CPG is well placed to become the industry's leading 'building blocks' supplier, thus ensuring that its customers remain in the forefront of IT requirements and e-business - the ongoing global wave which is re-inventing business.
In line with the quality objectives of AAD's shareholders, Arrow and Altech, AAD achieved a re-certification of its ISO 9000 listing in October 2000. AAD endeavours to provide a supply chain management solution which meets the needs of customers throughout Africa in a timeous and professional manner in order to form an integral part of ongoing business partnerships.
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