Articles by tag: Chip Shortage
For more on the West’s race to implement China chip controls, read Bloomberg’s explainer on the computer chip “arms race.” (Bloomberg) — Japan and the Netherlands are poised to join the US in limiting China’s access to advanced semiconductor machinery, forging a powerful alliance that will undercut Beijing’s ambitions to build its own domestic…
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Is the Automotive Industry Facing a Simlilar Crisis to 2008?
Key Points: Automotive companies are trying to keep production flowing by building inventory with everything but missing chip components. If the chip shortage were to continue for a longer period of time, more companies could shutdown. Automotive companies should be cautious and continue to produce while they weather the supply shortage. Commentary: The automotive…
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What Could Happen to the Auto Industry If the Chip Shortage Were to Get Worse?
Car makers are still feeling the impacts of the pandemic in a major way. According to a new forecast from IHS Markit inventory shortages and higher prices will likely be plaguing car makers until the first half of 2023, at which point it will hopefully enter a recovery phase. In the meantime, is there any…
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Will the Chip Shortage Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption?
As supply chain issues and a worldwide chip shortage continues to plague the auto industries, production levels have been cut down to levels that haven’t been seen in decades. What will be the long term impacts of this drop in production for the automotive industry? I turned to Carl Anthony, managing editor of Automoblog and…
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As Automotive Production Declines, Can the Industry Calculate Long-Term Impact?
As supply chain issues and a worldwide chip shortage continues to plague the auto industries, production levels have been cut down to levels that haven’t been seen in decades. What will be the long term impacts of this drop in production for the automotive industry? I turned to Carl Anthony, managing editor of Automoblog and…
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Carmakers Learn to Live With Chip Shortage: Auto Sales Update
(Bloomberg) — Automakers’ sales soared in the second quarter as resurgent consumers snapped up sport utility vehicles and pickups, but thin inventories created by the global semiconductor shortage are tempering the pace of the industry’s recovery. General Motors Co., Toyota Motor Corp. and others said Thursday that their sales soared in the most recent quarter,…
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Ford CEO: “We were able to offset almost all of the chip shortage impact.”
On the heels of the new electric F-150 announcement, Ford CEO Jim Farley claims that the company was able to offset most of the chip shortage impact in Q1 of this year. Watch or read below to see the rest of Farley’s comments on the chip shortage and the anticipated trajectory of the automaker. …
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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…
On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…
The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…
Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…