In the latest Tech Talk
Ben Savage our Applications Manager
talks about all things Obsolescence with John Anslow, CEO of the
IIOM
(The Institute of Obsolescence Management). Starting with John looking back over his career which began aged 16 in the RAF where he first encountered an obsolescence issue with radar equipment.
Obsolescence Management has been part of his career since 1991 he has watched how the industry has evolved and obsolescence has become a discipline instead of a day to day thing you come across and deal with. Enjoy the talk and if you want to find out more about how we can support you with obsolescence issues, please get in touch.
You can watch more of our Tech Talks on our YouTube channel Force Technologies YouTube Channel

Written by
Charlotte HughesCommercial Director, Force Technologies
Charlotte Hughes is Commercial Director at Force Technologies with a degree and Masters in Psychology and is an accredited Applied Behaviour Analyst. She transitioned from internal sales and operations to managing sales, key accounts, and the distribution network. Charlotte actively participates in industry events and memberships, leveraging her expertise in sales, customer service, procurement, and product management within the electronics obsolescence sector.
Charlotte regularly engages with and attends events hosted by organisations Force Technologies is a member of, such as Joscar, Make UK Defence, Aerospace Wales and the International Institute of Obsolescence Management – all with the aim of networking, gaining and sharing industry knowledge and expertise.
Specialisms
Charlotte specialises in sales, customer service, product procurement, product management, and operations. She holds Associate Member status from the International Institute of Obsolescence Management.
Certifications
Charlotte holds Associate Member status from the International Institute of Obsolescence Management.

