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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.…

Jul 19 2023

With Unpredictability in Global Chip Market, Buffer Stock Investment Is Key

By Logan Wamsley

The chip market in 2023 is difficult to understand, and even harder to predict moving into the new year. While companies can, it’s time to seriously consider buffer stock. Geopolitics Signal Chip Market Danger Although some relief has been seen in recent months from the chip shortage that became the new normal following the COVID-19…

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…

May 02 2023

Regulatory Trends Point to a Green Future, But Are Electronics Manufacturers Ready?

By Logan Wamsley

Innovation, particularly in electronics manufacturing, occurs in one of two ways: organically and artificially. The former is the result of a natural progression of technology and consumer expectations, occurring as a part of the organization’s evolution over time. The latter, however, is far more abrupt. In this case, a major variable, such as a global…

Apr 26 2023

Black and Gray Markets for Microchips Are Thriving in the Ukraine Crisis

By Logan Wamsley

The Ukraine-Russia conflict has revealed many shortcomings and bottlenecks in the global supply chain, and over one year in it is still revealing new wrinkles that, in some cases, will permanently alter how electronics manufacturers evaluate supply chain risk. One such wrinkle is the revealing of just how sophisticated black and gray markets for microchips…

Apr 25 2023

Currency Trends Are Poised to Change Electronics Manufacturing Forever

By Logan Wamsley

It is not difficult to notice the effects of inflation on our daily lives. In the cost of groceries, in gasoline and energy costs, and in the value of paychecks, we see the dollar’s declining value in nearly every aspect of our daily lives. It is no different for manufacturers, who are currently tasked with…