GDCA specializes in life-cycle sustainment, manufacturing, and repairing authentic legacy embedded boards. #NoEOL
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Engineering. Manufacturing. Testing. Sustainment.
GDCA delivers integrated solutions that help organizations tackle complex legacy system challenges.
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Having the data isn't the same as having the capability.
Why do organizations struggle with legacy systems sustainment even after acquiring the TDP?
Thomas Helmonds explains in our latest article: gdca.com/sustainment-gap/
#LegacySystems #Sustainment #DefenseIndustry
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The day after Memorial Day, we continue to honor and thank those who serve across our defense community. Your commitment to mission readiness and national security matters every day.
#MemorialDay #DefenseIndustry #NationalSecurity
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Spring cleaning at GDCA uncovered these ~50-year-old Motorola terminals from another era of embedded computing. In our world, “obsolete” doesn’t always mean unnecessary. Critical systems often outlive OEM support by decades. Www.gdca.com
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Happy Mother’s Day from GDCA.
Today we celebrate the strength, dedication, and leadership of mothers and caregivers everywhere. Thank you for all that you do.
#MothersDay #GDCA #Leadership #ThankYou
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A last time buy isn’t a solution—it’s a delay.
When forecasts break and demand shifts, the risk comes back stronger.
Last time buys don’t eliminate risk. They shift it.
Read more: gdca.com/last-time-buy
#Obsolescence #SupplyChain #Engineering #Defense #Lifecycle
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Legacy systems don’t fail all at once.
They fail slowly—and expensively.
If you’re reacting, you’re already paying for it.
Read more: gdca.com/planning-for-legacy…
#LegacySystems #SupplyChainRisk #EngineeringLeadership #OperationalExcellence #AerospaceDefense
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Legacy isn’t a transaction—it’s a long-term risk.
A vendor fills a PO.
A LEM partner protects your program.
If you're an OEM dealing with EOL systems, this is a must-read.
📖 gdca.com/lem-vs-vendor/
#Obsolescence #DefenseTech #SupplyChain #OEM #LifecycleManagement
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What does it take to turn strategy into real impact?
Bridging vision and execution—delivering results that matter.
Q2 is about precision, purpose, and performance.
🔗 gdca.com
#GDCA #Q2 #Execution #BusinessGrowth
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Are legacy product lines holding your business back? Product portfolio optimization is 🔑 in uncertain markets. Learn when & why OEMs should transfer aging products to protect ROI and refocus on growth.
Read: gdca.com/product-portfolio-o…
#ProductStrategy #OEM #PortfolioOptimization
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Margaret Hamilton helped make the moon landing possible through groundbreaking software engineering.
At GDCA, we’re grateful for the women on our team driving that same level of impact every day.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInTech #GDCA
#HappyFriday
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What happens when a critical part goes obsolete—and is your organization ready?
Watch GDCA’s Thomas Helmonds break down the risks of reactive sustainment.
Read more: gdca.com/legacy-systems-aren…
#ObsolescenceManagement #LegacySystems #SupplyChainRisk
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A legacy program restart isn’t a restart—it’s a rebuild.
Watch Tania Scroggie explain why in the latest **Tania’s Teachables**. Full video on YouTube.
youtu.be/dc2eMJsD0D0
#TaniasTeachables #LegacySystems #GDCA
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Honored to receive a special mention at the #EmbeddedWorld Product of the Year ceremony recognizing women in tech. Proud to have Tania representing our team onsite.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInTech
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Treat sustainment like a fire drill, & every obsolescence event becomes a crisis.
Ahead of #EmbeddedWorld, we’re sharing a new article on proactive obsolescence management for legacy systems.
Read it here:
gdca.com/legacy-systems-aren…
#EW26 #DMSMS #LifecycleManagement #Sustainment
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GDCA is heading to #EmbeddedWorld in Nuremberg.
Tania will be on site — and a new episode of her Teachable Series drops next week.
Attending #EW26? Let’s connect.
#EmbeddedSystems #EdgeAI #IoT #Semiconductors #IndustrialAutomation #AIoT
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Dr. Aprille J. Ericsson — Strategic Aerospace & Transition Advisor and former NASA leader.
At GDCA, we support aerospace organizations with lifecycle and obsolescence solutions.
Learn more: gdca.com/solutions/military-…
#BlackHistoryMonth #Aerospace #GDCA
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Elijah McCoy (1844–1929) improved engine reliability with automatic lubrication systems that reduced downtime & increased performance.
At GDCA, we value engineering that keeps critical sys' running.
youtu.be/WO2BN0oiLFY?si=Ufty…
#BlackHistoryMonth #Engineering #GDCA
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“You can’t engineer your way out of legacy.”
In this new article, Thomas Helmonds, GDCA Solution Director, outlines why redesign doesn’t eliminate obsolescence risk—and what effective #sustainment strategy requires instead.
📖: gdca.com/why-you-cant-engine…
#computerboards #tech
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NSOS restores production.
SSOS ensures long-term sustainment.
For legacy, mission-critical systems, that difference matters.
Learn more: gdca.com/new-source-of-suppl…
#ObsolescenceManagement #LegacySystems
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