April 7, 2025 – Inventory Locator Service, LLC (ILS), the world’s most dynamic aerospace marketplace, has announced integrations with SmartCert and ProvenAir, industry leaders in digitizing trace and quality documentation for the aviation supply chain. SmartCert automates quality certification management, while ProvenAir uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate back-to-birth (BtB) trace timelines for life-limited parts. Together, ILS, SmartCert, and ProvenAir are helping suppliers transform documentation visibility from a pain point into a competitive advantage — all while making the buying process faster, trusted, and more transparent across the aviation aftermarket.

Solving a Longstanding Documentation Challenge
By integrating SmartCert and ProvenAir with ILS, buyers can now harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize their purchasing processes. This collaboration actively supports existing goals by enhancing and delivering comprehensive BtB trace insights, thereby empowering buyers with the tools needed to streamline their operations. The partnership builds an environment of trust and transparency, as buyers can confidently verify compliance and traceability, knowing 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
ILS’ partnership with SmartCert and ProvenAir brings seamless certification availability and BtB trace credibility directly into the ILS platform—an industry-first solution that eliminates inefficiencies and redefines how companies manage documentation. Suppliers using SmartCert or ProvenAir will now have the integrated company logo displayed alongside their ILS inventory listings, signaling to buyers that documentation for those parts is available. By integrating SmartCert’s powerful cert delivery automation and ProvenAir’s robust BtB trace insights with ILS’s global marketplace, we’re setting a new standard for speed, accuracy, and compliance in the aerospace supply chain. 

Key benefits include:
• Greater Buyer Confidence – Buyers gain greater assurance of compliance while improving sourcing accuracy and better identifying real, ready-to-ship inventories – enhancing efficiency and reducing documentation concerns.
• Improved Supplier Visibility – ILS Suppliers advertising parts with SmartCert and ProvenAir integrations stand out against those with minimal part information, leading to more requests and greater market share.
• Faster Transactions – A standardized digital cert process reduces back-and-forth between buyers and sellers, accelerating purchasing decisions. 
• Enhanced Compliance & Audit Readiness – Centralized quality documentation simplifies regulatory compliance and streamlines audits for both buyers and suppliers.

Industry Reactions
“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 

“The new integration with ProvenAir has revolutionized our supply chain and sales operations. By providing buyers with clear evidence that our listed units are in stock and accompanied by all necessary paperwork, this partnership significantly enhances our visibility and transaction efficiency. ProvenAir’s commitment to excellence in procurement and client service is unmistakably reflected in this innovative collaboration.”
-Mark Harris, CEO of Stratus Aero Partners

“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.”
-Lonni Kieffer, COO & Co-Founder of SmartCert

“Integrating ProvenAir’s digital trace solution gives suppliers a key advantage, reducing friction and eliminating costly manual processes with our dynamic algorithm. As the market leader, ILS joins us in our mission to modernize the supply chain, and we couldn’t be more excited.”
– James Boccarossa, Founder & CEO of ProvenAir Technologies

“With thousands of suppliers listing inventory on ILS, we’re always looking for ways to strengthen buyer confidence and simplify processes for sellers. By partnering with SmartCert and ProvenAir, 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.” 
- Rob Suhs, Vice President of Global Sales at ILS