This podcast from Aviation Maintenance Magazine addresses the vulnerabilities in the aerospace supply chain, particularly exposed by recent global events. A significant aircraft order backlog and issues with labour and materials have reduced supply visibility, especially at the sub-tier level. OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers often lack insight into the challenges of smaller, lower-tier suppliers, hindering their ability to prevent critical part disruptions. The podcast suggests a shift towards a predictive supplier quality process, emphasizing better communication, data clarity, and a robust performance program to ensure a more stable and reliable supply chain. Ultimately, improved visibility and collaboration are presented as crucial for both OEMs and sub-tier suppliers to enhance predictability, reduce costs, and improve profitability within the aerospace sector.