ILS and SmartCert Partner to Bring Instant Documentation Visibility to the Aviation Aftermarket

April 7th, 2025 – Inventory Locator Service, LLC (ILS), the world’s most dynamic aerospace marketplace, and SmartCert, the industry leader in automating the receiving, reviewing, creation, sending, and management of quality certifications, have announced a new integration designed to streamline documentation workflows and enhance trust between suppliers and buyers in the aviation aftermarket.

Addressing a Longstanding Documentation Challenge

By integrating SmartCert with ILS, buyers can now harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize their purchasing processes. The partnership builds an environment of trust and transparency, as buyers can confidently verify compliance and traceability, knowing that the documentation is both accurate and readily accessible. This innovative approach not only reduces transactional friction but also fosters stronger, more reliable relationships within the aviation aftermarket.

A First-of-Its-Kind Partnership Transforming Document Exchange

This partnership between ILS and SmartCert brings certification availability directly into the ILS platform—an industry-first solution that eliminates inefficiencies and redefines how companies manage documentation. ILS suppliers using SmartCert will now have a SmartCert indicator displayed alongside their inventory listings, signaling to buyers that certs for those parts are available. By integrating SmartCert’s powerful cert delivery automation with ILS’s global marketplace, we’re setting a new standard for speed, accuracy, and compliance in the aerospace supply chain.

As a result:

 · Enhanced Buyer Confidence – Buyers on ILS gain greater assurance that parts meet compliance standards, minimizing concerns over missing or incomplete documentation.

· Seamless Transactions – A standardized digital cert process reduces back-and-forth between buyers and sellers, accelerating purchasing decisions and improving marketplace efficiency.

· Instant Cert Visibility – Buyers can review SmartCert packages before purchase, reducing the risk of receiving parts without proper documentation.

· Faster Order Fulfillment – Eliminating delays caused by missing certs ensures quicker processing, shortening lead times and strengthening supply chain efficiency.

· Stronger Compliance & Audit Readiness – Centralized, easily accessible certs simplify regulatory compliance and streamline audits for both buyers and suppliers.

A Win-Win for Buyers and Sellers

“Integrating SmartCert into the ILS marketplace is a game-changer for aerospace buyers and suppliers. With streamlined delivery of cert packages, we’re eliminating delays, reducing risk, and ensuring every transaction is built on trust and compliance. This partnership streamlines procurement, enhances traceability, and brings the efficiency the industry demands,” said Lonni Kieffer, COO & Co-Founder of SmartCert. “When suppliers can show documentation upfront, buyers gain instant visibility into critical certs — helping them make faster, more confident purchasing decisions.”

For ILS, the integration aligns with their commitment to enhancing the buyer-seller experience.

“With thousands of suppliers listing inventory on ILS daily, we’re always looking for ways to strengthen buyer confidence and simplify processes for sellers,” said Rob Suhs, Vice President of Global Sales at ILS. “Through this partnership with SmartCert, we’re giving suppliers a powerful new way to highlight their commitment to quality, while making it easier for buyers to evaluate and purchase with confidence.”

What ILS Customers Are Saying

“We are excited to use this enhancement to ILS, it will help our procurement team identify potential sources who meet our client’s needs and streamline our operations overall. ILS and SmartCert’s partnership are demonstrating their commitments to best in class procurement practices and client services.”

– Manny Bonomo, President of Diamond Fasteners

Turning Documentation into a Competitive Advantage

Turning Documentation into a Competitive Advantage

Together, ILS and SmartCert are helping suppliers transform documentation visibility from a pain point into a competitive advantage — all while making the buying process faster, more trusted, and more transparent across the aviation aftermarket.