If a supplier wants to start posturing themselves, ahead of time, to use SNET-TDI to transfer files between their site and Boeing, they should start by doing the following. Keep in mind, just because a supplier is ready and capable of using SNET-TDI to transfer files, it doesn't necessarily mean they will automatically be in line to receive more work from Boeing. This is often a misconception.
- Ask the Boeing Contract Administrator or Buyer if current or projected contracts create a solid enough business case for moving forward
- Ask the Boeing Contract Administrator or Buyer to contact one of the SNET-TDI Business Requirements support focals and request the connection
- At the supplier site, identify a PC that can be used as a communications platform. This can be any hardware (PC, RS6000, etc.) that has a modem, access to the internet and TCP/IP FTP capability
- Purchase a copy of the Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) encryption software or order a copy through the Boeing SNET-TDI group
- Ask the Boeing Contract Administrator or Buyer to verify that the Boeing PQAA database has been updated with the supplier's current CAD/CAM configuration
- Download a copy of the Electronic Commerce Trading Partner Agreement from the SNET-TDI web site and become familiar with its content.
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