High-Tech/Electronics

Shanghai Factory Restarts Fall Short on Lack of Parts, Truckers

April 19, 2022

Even those companies in China whose factories are operating under so-called closed-loop systems may be forced to stop work due to parts shortages or logistical challenges that make moving people and goods around the country near impossible.

When Will Manufacturers Act to Diversify Raw-Material Supply?

April 18, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

At a time when supply chain experts are preaching the benefits of diversified sourcing, an alarmingly small number of manufacturers seem to be practicing it.

Here’s How China’s Lockdowns Are Rippling Through Economy

April 14, 2022

Bloomberg

China’s lockdowns to contain the country’s worst Covid outbreak since early 2020 have battered the economy, stalling production in major cities like Shanghai and adding pressure to global inflation.

Truck Blockade at U.S.-Mexico Border Imperils $440 Billion Trade

April 12, 2022

Bloomberg

A Mexican truck blockade at a key Texas bridge is diverting U.S.-bound cargoes to far-flung crossings, worsening shipping snarls and raising the specter of delivery disruptions for everything from avocados to auto parts.

Tesla Halted, Chips Pile Up as Shanghai Lockdown Upends Business

April 7, 2022

Bloomberg

Cases are at a record in Shanghai, now the epicenter of China’s worst outbreak since the start of the pandemic, and the lockdown has been extended indefinitely.

Tesla Dodges Nickel Crisis With Secret Deal to Get Supplies

March 31, 2022

Bloomberg

The invasion of Ukraine has added to agita among electric-vehicle makers over the supply of nickel, a critical ingredient in EV batteries, since Russia is one of the world’s biggest producers.

Biden Invokes Cold War Powers to Boost EV Battery Production

March 31, 2022

Bloomberg

The Biden administration will invoke Cold War powers to boost domestic production of materials for batteries needed to power electric vehicles and the transition to renewable energy, a move intended to improve U.S. competitiveness in a market dominated by China.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Can 3D Printing Help Fix Broken Supply Chains?

March 25, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has been touted for years as a revolution in goods production — one that’s able to meet the demands of today’s picky consumer. So why hasn’t it made more progress to date?

Chip Producers Tell Congress They’re Ready to ‘Go Bigger and Faster’

March 24, 2022

Bloomberg

The chief executives of some of the largest U.S. chip manufacturing companies urged Congress to pass legislation that includes $52 billion in incentives for their industry, calling it “essential” to maintaining competitiveness with China and other countries.

America's EV Future Means Domestic Supply Chains Must Take Root

March 24, 2022

Trent Mell, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

A growing commitment from automotive startups and legacy players is setting up the electric vehicle market for an exciting future. Tesla Inc., Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. have all announced plans to electrify their fleets as early as 2030.

High-Tech/Electronics

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the technology and electronics industries. Learn how high-tech and electronics companies and their suppliers around the world are managing the flow of products across all channels of the enterprise. Experts sound off on forecasting and demand planning, supply-chain visibility, logistics outsourcing, inventory optimization, transportation management, warehouse management, supply-chain security, corporate social responsibility and more.