Will the auto industry rethink supply chain disruption now?

摘要

Have you ever had that sinking feeling that you have experienced something previously that you are going through again? The current microchip shortage affecting the automotive industry is definitely giving me that feeling. What happened, exactly? Too many companies increased their orders of microchips at the same time during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of the 14-week lead time, the recurring automotive orders could not be filled.