Certifications and Affiliations
Smith exceeds industry standards.
Our focus on quality is backed by third party certifications and industry affiliations. As a leader in our industry, we believe in not only meeting, but exceeding industry standards for quality. We actively maintain certification requirements and reach beyond these standards to promote the highest level quality products and services.
Smith’s quality management system
Smith’s ISO 9001:2008 certification recognized our ability to consistently provide product that meets our customers’ requirements, and our continuing efforts to maximize customer satisifaction.
Smith operates with the environment in mind.
We believe in maintaining and promoting an environmentally conscious workplace, and we understand that you need to comply with emerging international environmental regulations. We’re ISO 14001:2004 certified and have developed an Environmental Policy designed to address environmental requirements.
Smith helps you avoid costly ESD damage.
Our ESD safe warehouses and trained quality staff help you avoid the costs associated with ESD-damaged electronic components. Our warehouses are ANSI/ESD:2007 certified, so all electronic components are handled using ESD-safe materials and in accordance with ESD-Safe handling procedures.
Smith’s trade compliance helps expedite product delivery.
In addition to a global logistics team dedicated to the on-time delivery of customer orders, we are also a member of several trade compliance programs. We were one of the first 20 companies in the US Customs Importer Self-Assessment program, and we remain one of the Top 1000 US importers. We also meet US Customs C-TPAT security standards. Our compliance and participation in programs such as these help avoid customs delays that slow product delivery.
Industry advocacy drives change.
To truly assure quality, we recognize the importance of supporting our industry. Smith is a founding member of the Independent Distributors of Electronics Association (IDEA), a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote the independent distribution industry. Smith adheres to IDEA-STD-1010A.
