Market Researchers Z2 Data say that increased semiconductor obsolescence is adding to the current supply chain disruptions and becoming an additional challenge electronic manufacturers have to manoeuvre and mitigate these days.
“In the past 7 years, there has been an upward trend in semiconductor supplier mergers and acquisition which have created significant consolidation in the industry,” writes Z2 Data. “Supplier mergers and acquisitions, product consolidation, technology innovation and changing government regulations have all contributed to the shorter life cycles of semiconductors.
“As suppliers navigate this new semiconductor paradigm, they are generating PCN and End-of-life (EOL) notices at a faster rate with less lead time notices. OEMs are finding themselves scrambling to stockpile and purchase discontinued parts in order to meet their production needs. This upward trend is causing additional strain on an already volatile semiconductor supply chain.”
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