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Automakers moving away from JIT inventory model post-global chip shortage

2022-02-26

Because of the global chip shortage, leading car manufacturers are moving away from the “just-in-time” component inventory model.

The 4 Important Stages of The Product Lifecycle: How Parts Sourcing Impacts Total Product Performance

2022-02-25

Product lifecycles are directly linked to electronic parts procurement. The sooner you grasp the importance of your product lifecycles, the better off your entire sourcing staff will perform. Review t

New Decade, New Developments: Supply Chain Projections for 2020

2022-02-23

Electronic component supply chain industry predictions in 2020 delivered by Sourcengine. Impacts on the semiconductor industry.

Automobile Industry Estimated Costs From Global Chip Shortage Revised Up To $110B

2022-02-20

AlixPartners, a global consultancy, estimates the global chip shortage will cost the automotive industry $110 billion this year.

Nexperia investing $700M in capacity expansion, opens new production line in Britain

2022-02-19

Nexperia is spending $700 million to expand its development capabilities and manufacturing capacity. And it just activated a new production line.

European Union Plans to Create an Advanced Domestic Semiconductor Ecosystem by 2030

2022-02-19

The European Union intends to make its domestic semiconductor industry a hub for cutting-edge microchip development by 2030.

China’s power crunch affects semiconductor companies with local facilities

2022-02-14

China’s energy crisis has had a negative impact on firms that maintain component factories and chip packaging facilities in the region.

Western Digital in Advanced Discussions to Merge with Kioxia for $20 Billion

2022-02-10

Western Digital and Kioxia are reportedly negotiating a $20 billion merger. But a possible IPO and global trade tensions threaten the deal.

IHS Markit's Insights and Recommendations Regarding the Global Chip Shortage

2022-02-09

IHS Markit recently revealed key insights regarding the global semiconductor shortage. It also offered several best practice recommendations to help OEMs mitigate its impact.

Multiple industry leaders and analysts expect the global chip shortage will extend into 2023

2022-02-04

Recently, many semiconductor industry leaders and analysts forecast the global chip shortage will not end until 2023.