bisco Industries

Building a Legacy of Excellence in Aircraft Parts Distribution Space

Zachary Ceiley, bisco Industries | Aerospace Defense Review | Top Aircraft Part DistributorsZachary Ceiley, Executive Vice President
bisco industries has emerged as a premier distributor of electronic components and fasteners used for production in aerospace, communication, computer, fabrication, industrial equipment, instrumentation, marine and military industries.

“Customers are increasingly seeking supply chain resilience as a critical component of their procurement strategies. At bisco industries, we understand that time is a precious commodity, so we value and respect our customers’ time. We set industry-leading expectations for quotation turnaround, delivering unparalleled response time. The bisco difference is to maintain constant contact with our valued customers from the time of quotation to landed product,” says Zachary Ceiley, Executive Vice President at bisco industries.

bisco Industries stands distinguished through its commitment to unparalleled local customer service. With 51 locations across North America and the recent addition of its first off-continent facility in the Philippines, the company ensures clients receive dedicated support in their backyard. This local approach eliminates concerns about time zone differences and the frustration of dealing with multiple representatives. Each client benefits from a dedicated representative overseeing every aspect of their needs, from purchasing to accounting. A quality-oriented one-stop shop, bisco Industries also holds AS9100, AS9120, and ISO 9001 certifications, meeting the stringent requirements of mil-aero customers.

“With seven distribution centers equipped with in-house quality control teams, we perform inspections faster and more efficiently, ensuring the highest standards are consistently met,” says Ceiley.

Addressing Supply Chain Challenges with Data-Driven Insights

Navigating the challenges of the modern aerospace parts distribution landscape requires a keen understanding of supply chain dynamics. bisco industries addresses the pressing issues clients face by prioritizing supply chain resilience. With a customer base exceeding 15,000, the company leverages data-driven insights to enhance its ability to strategize and optimize supply chain solutions.

In recent years, the aerospace industry has grappled with challenges such as prolonged lead times and escalating costs. bisco industries tackles these issues by analyzing data to gain profound insights into customer needs, establishing robust partnerships with leading suppliers, and ensuring a wide array of options to fulfill specific requirements. This commitment to excellence extends beyond product provision, encompassing customer service, inventory management, supplier relationships, and value-added services.

“We excel at turning the seemingly unattainable into reality through our technical expertise, extensive network, and unswerving dedication to customer satisfaction,” says Ceiley.

  • At bisco Industries, we understand that time is a precious commodity, so we value and respect our customers’ time. We set industry-leading expectations for quotation turnaround, delivering unparalleled response time


bisco industries boasts over 152 authorized lines featuring world-leading manufacturers. Sales representatives are industry experts, well-versed in the needs of their customers, including prototyping, quality requirements, lead time, and supply chain issues. Beyond certifications, it offers a range of value-added services that can be customized to adapt to needs, including kitting, bin stocking, EDI, and barcoding.

Exemplifying Agility and Resourcefulness

The true measure of a distributor's value lies in its ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. bisco industries excels in this regard, as evidenced by a recent case where a customer sought an obsolete fastener. Through proactive collaboration with supply partners, it identified and established a new source, not only meeting their requirements but surpassing expectations in quality, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to timelines. This case exemplifies its commitment to solving intricate procurement challenges through a combination of an extensive network, technical expertise, and dedication to customer satisfaction.

At the heart of bisco industries’ success lies its people. With over 500 employees and a commitment to continuous growth, the company values its team as its greatest asset. The focus on first-in-class customer service paves the way for a deep solutions portfolio that evolves with their needs, adapting to each requirement with nimbleness and expertise.

As the business landscape evolves, bisco industries stays true to its commitment to a local presence. While some competitors turn to AI and overseas call centers to reduce costs, the company is expanding its footprint withmultiple new locations budgeted in their fiscal year 2024. This growth is fueled by investing in its people, exemplified by a 16 percent increase in its sales team in the fiscal year 2023.

bisco industries has set its sights on a future where real people and local support remain the cornerstone of its success, ensuring efficient and fast results for clients in the ever-changing aircraft parts distribution space.

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bisco Industries

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Zachary Ceiley, Executive Vice President

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By providing local and unparalleled customer service, bisco has established itself as a trusted partner in aircraft parts distribution. With over five decades of sustained success, the firm is serving more than 15,000 active global clients. Spanning 51 locations across North America, along with its first facility off the continent, bisco offers exceptional local client service.

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bisco industries Inducts Steve Catanzaro into Hall of Fame

ANAHEIM, Calif. - bisco industries announce the induction of Steve Catanzaro into its Hall of Fame for the year 2024. The bisco industries Hall of Fame was created to recognize outstanding performers that have positively impacted the development and success of the organization. 2024 marks the organization's fourth year of celebrating and inducting influential team members and leaders.

Members of bisco's voting committee, who are in higher management, nominate candidates. A minimum of ten years of service with the organization that continuously demonstrated a significant influence on bisco's expansion and success was required to be eligible as a contender.

Steve Catanzaro joined bisco in 1992 and guided the organization through a season of exponential growth. His leadership has been pivotal in navigating the organization through a period of unprecedented growth, streamlining accounting processes, and overseeing a major headquarters relocation. Under his guidance, the accounting department expanded significantly, and bisco achieved several consecutive years of record profits, even during challenging economic times. As a current member of the Board of Directors, Steve continues to shape bisco's future with his vision and expertise. bisco industries congratulates Steve on this well-deserved honor and thank him for his lasting impact on bisco.

In 2021, Glen Ceiley and Bobbie Ceiley became the first honorees of bisco's Hall of Fame. In 2022, Natalie Hall and Fred Manna were inducted and in 2023 Henry Madden and William Means were also added. In 2023, bisco celebrated 50 years of achievement and in the years to come the company plans to honor a number of more team members for their valuable contributions.