OBSAM’s Achievements and Upcoming Projects
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OBSAM Academy: Training Teams in Obsolescence Management
As industrial challenges become increasingly complex, OBSAM Academy helps companies strengthen their teams' expertise in obsolescence management.
Led by Nathalie Barat-Vandamme, President of OBSAM, and Jess Huré, Production Manager, the training provides a practical and structured approach to managing obsolescence. Delivered in small groups, it encourages discussion, knowledge sharing, and the adaptation of content to participants specific challenges.
In an environment shaped by rapid technological change, supply chain disruptions, and evolving regulations, effective obsolescence management has become a key driver of industrial performance and resilience. OBSAM Academy equips professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to anticipate risks, make informed decisions, and support the long-term sustainability of their products and operations.
OBSAM Wins the Grand Prize at the Forum Economique Breton for Its OSTRAL Project
OBSAM is proud to have been awarded the Grand Prize at the Brittany Economic Forum for its OSTRAL project. This distinction recognizes not only an innovation designed to support industry, but also a deep understanding of customers' supply chain management needs, a clear strategic vision, and the commitment of the OBSAM team.
Launched in 2025, OSTRAL embodies OBSAM's ambition to deliver practical solutions to the industrial challenges of a rapidly changing world. Thanks to the dedication and expertise of its teams, the project has evolved into an operational, future-oriented solution that creates tangible value for industry.
At the Paris Air Show, OSTRAL Innovation Confirms Strong Industry Interest
At the 2025 Paris Air Show, OBSAM unveiled OSTRAL, the first community-driven database dedicated to obsolescence management. The solution attracted strong interest from industry professionals and partners attending the event.
OSTRAL is a collaborative platform that connects Industrial Data Management with obsolescence management. By leveraging existing solutions and the collective expertise of its community, it enables manufacturers to save time, accelerate the resolution of technical issues, and submit sourcing requests or identify alternative solutions.
Available through a single subscription with optional add-on modules, OSTRAL makes obsolescence management simpler, more collaborative, and more effective.