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U.S. Announces Samsung Electronics Incentives for Semiconductor Production

Supply Chain Matters

billion grant awarded to Taiwan based TSMC to build advanced semiconductor fab capabilities in Arizona. The aim is the ability to support the strategic supply needs in domestic based aerospace and defense, artificial intelligence and automotive supply networks. Commerce Department has awarded a $6.4 The move follows a $6.6

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Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast Wrap-up: Eps. 41-45

QAD

Episode #41: Preparing for Post-Strike Success in Automotive Supply Chains The strike between the UAW and General Motors , Ford and Stellantis is over and Cathy, Jan and I couldn’t be more relieved – but we’re still feeling a bit anxious, and I bet you are, too. Supporting the supply chain leaders of tomorrow, today, is mission-critical.

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Rivian and Lucid Supply Chain and Production Challenges Continue

Supply Chain Matters

Electric vehicle start-ups Rivian Automotive and Lucid Group having reported Q4 and 2023 full year financial and operational performance, continue to show signs of supply chain and production challenges. The ability to ramp up and sustain manufacturing output is a further challenge in order to generate needed cash to sustain operations.

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Implications of Apple Securing Semiconductor Fab Supply from the United States

Supply Chain Matters

Earlier this week, Bloomberg reported that Apple is preparing to begin sourcing its internally designed advanced semiconductor processors from a fabrication plant under construction in Arizona and scheduled for opening in 2024 , “ making a major step toward reducing the company’s reliance on Asian production.”.

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On the road! 4 September supply chain conferences we love

Kinaxis

This methodology, termed the Supply Chain Index, was developed in partnership with the Operations Research team at Arizona State University. Automotive Logistics Global Conference. Kinaxis is pleased to be a Silver Sponsor of the 15th Annual Automotive Logistics Global Conference. Learn More. Schedule Meeting. September 16-18.

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TSMC Plans for First European Based Semiconductor Chip Plant

Supply Chain Matters

fab facility to be located in Arizona because of an indicated shortage of skilled workers and higher infrastructure and operating costs. This contrasts with the previously announcement of a delay in the planned $40 billion supplemental U.S. based facility over a five year period, beyond what was included in the original U.S.

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Rivian: Navigating Supply Chain and Operational Challenges and Embracing Growth

SCMDOJO

Introduction Founded in 2009, Rivian Automotive, Inc. is an American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology company which has emerged as a prominent player in the highly competitive automotive industry. Since its initial public offering in November 2021, Rivian has secured more than US$13.5