Solving the Obsolescence Puzzle in Semiconductor Supply Chains

By Michael Stratton

In today’s fast-paced electronics landscape, semiconductor obsolescence has become an increasingly pressing challenge. As innovation accelerates, component manufacturers regularly phase out older parts to make room for newer, more advanced technologies. But for OEMs and EMS providers operating on extended product lifecycles — especially in sectors like aerospace, industrial equipment, and medical devices — the…

Preparing for Semiconductor Market Growth in 2025: Strategies for Supply Chain Resilience

By Michael Stratton

The semiconductor industry is poised for significant expansion in 2025, with projections indicating a market size increase from $623 billion to $697 billion, driven by advancements in AI, data centers, and high-performance computing . This growth presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly in managing supply chain complexities and ensuring component availability. The Implications of Rapid…

Understanding and Reducing Semiconductor Inventory Carrying Costs

By Michael Stratton

Semiconductor inventory management goes far beyond merely storing components; it’s a strategic financial consideration. Yet, many companies fail to fully appreciate the extensive financial burden associated with inventory carrying costs—expenses tied to storing, maintaining, and safeguarding valuable semiconductor components. Typically representing up to 30% of inventory value annually, these costs silently erode profit margins. Why…

Why Global Fulfillment Strategies Are Critical for Semiconductor Supply Chains

By Michael Stratton

In an industry driven by precision and timing, semiconductor supply chains frequently face disruptions due to shifting global conditions. Traditional fulfillment models—often centralized and rigid—struggle to meet rapidly evolving demands. Increasingly, manufacturers require more flexible, globally integrated fulfillment solutions to remain competitive and responsive. The Limitations of Traditional Fulfillment Models Conventional models typically concentrate inventory…

Partstat and WIN Semiconductors Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Semiconductor Storage and Die & Wafer Banking Solutions

By Michael Stratton

Winter Springs, FL, May 1, 2025 — Partstat, a leader in supply chain solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with WIN Semiconductors Corp (TPEx:3105), the world’s largest pure-play compound semiconductor foundry. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive long-term storage solutions for semiconductors, including die and wafer banking, to meet the evolving needs of…

What’s Fueling the Rise of Inventory Ownership in the Semiconductor Industry

By Michael Stratton

In an era where capital efficiency is just as critical as production efficiency, the semiconductor industry is rethinking its approach to inventory. Rising carrying costs, supplier instability, and prolonged product life cycles—especially in medical, aerospace, and industrial sectors—have exposed the fragility of traditional inventory models. What’s emerging instead is a structural shift: the adoption of…