Michael Stratton, Author at News & Blog

Sep 06 2023

Safeguarding National Security: The Imperative of Semiconductor Independence Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainties

In an era where technological advancements drive economies and national security, the semiconductor industry stands as a linchpin of progress. From smartphones to AI systems and defense applications, semiconductors are the bedrock of modern innovation. The intricate web of global supply chains, however, has highlighted the vulnerability of nations to disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions.…

Jun 06 2023

How the semiconductor industry will change over the next 20 years

By Michael Stratton

The semiconductor industry has been one of the fastest-growing industries of the past few decades, and it shows no signs of slowing down. As technology continues to advance, the demand for semiconductors is only going to increase, and the industry will need to adapt to meet these new challenges. In this blog, we will explore…

Sep 26 2022

Partstat Partners with Major Financial Group – Industry Today Feature

By Michael Stratton

WINTER SPRINGS, FL – Partstat, a unique inventory ownership solution provider, recently entered into a partnership agreement with one of the world’s leading financial groups. Through the new partnership, Partstat has opened a window to serve a larger group of customers by expanding its scale to handle more financing volume than any time in their…

Sep 26 2022

How a New Approach to Inventory Helps Meet Chip Shortage Challenges – Supply & Demand Chain Executive Feature

By Michael Stratton

From life-saving equipment to the technologies used to improve daily life, semiconductors are the backbone of progress in today’s world. Unfortunately, the global supply chain has experienced massive chip shortages due in part to the pandemic, labor shortages, company acquisitions, and the war between Russia and Ukraine. Given that this shortage is expected to continue…

How Manufacturers Can Meet the Challenge of the Semiconductor Chip Shortage

Sep 26 2022

How Manufacturers Are Mitigating the Semiconductor Chip Shortage – Supply Chain Brain Feature

By Michael Stratton

Over the past two years, unprecedented global events and rising inflation have focused the world’s attention on the supply chain ecosystem like never before. Nowhere have these shifting dynamics been brought into sharper view than in the semiconductor market. Read full feature on Supply Chain Brain.

Sep 26 2022

Mitigating Supply Chain Disruption with Inventory Storage Solutions – Medical Product Outsourcing Feature

By Michael Stratton

Covid-19, recent political and economic upheavals, and shifting customer needs have significantly impacted the healthcare industry and created an unprecedented demand for medical devices in a supply chain already faced with severe challenges. According to Gartner, supply chain disruptions have further increased the total healthcare supply chain cost, which already averaged 37.3% of the total…