April 7, 2021
By bluenoise
GENERAL OVERVIEW
- Lead times across all electronic component products continue to increase. Demand remains strong, against previous predictions, therefore we are seeing shortages in supply.
- There is serious chip shortages that will lead to supply issues and higher prices for single board computers and other electronic products.
- Besides price increases, some Semiconductors will not be available at any price with extended periods as lead times of up to 52 weeks have been reported.
- Material Manufacturers are attempting to put in place purchasing restrictions in order to limit over procurement (panic buying).
- Customers are still being advised to place order schedules out to at least Q4 2021 as lead times from most suppliers are being pushed out further due to:
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- Over forecasted demand.
- Sea Freight increasing transportation costs and adding to delivery times.
- Constraints on raw materials.
- Factory Closures due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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