Supply Disruption Response in Semiconductor Crisis
Typ
Examensarbete för masterexamen
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
Program
Supply chain management (MPSCM), MSc
Publicerad
2024
Författare
Sabani, Albin
Pichkah, Parsa
Modellbyggare
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Sammanfattning
The automotive industry faced significant challenges during the semiconductor crisis
from early 2020 to late-2023. The crisis, initially triggered by the Covid-19 outbreak, led
to a mismatch between supply and demand by the fourth quarter of 2020, persisting
until the crisis's end. Multiple disruptive events further worsened the semiconductor
shortage. Due to the high demand for consumer electronics, the challenge of acquiring
semiconductors for OEMs became even greater, forcing them to quickly implement
measures to mitigate these disruptions effectively.
This case study investigates the measures adopted during the different phases of supply
chain disruption, and identifies lessons learned for managing future disruptions. This
case study also questions which measures were integrated into the current process and
why some were integrated while others were not. A qualitative study approach was
used that consisted of interviewing internal stakeholders, complemented by a
quantitative analysis of previously assembled internal documents. The findings are
represented by the correlation of supply chain resilience in the automotive industry
related to its flexibility, robustness, visibility, and measure interconnectedness over
time.
This case study reveals that measures that are taken initially during a crisis are typically
flexible measures and, after their integration into standard operations, they become
more robust processes. The report underscores the importance of strategic measure
implementation during disruptive events like the semiconductor crisis. By adopting
flexible measures initially and transitioning to robust processes, companies can increase
their chances of managing disruptions and maintain operational continuity. The case
study emphasizes that a well-planned progression from flexibility to robustness can
help build long-term supply chain resilience, ensuring that organizations are prepared
for future crises and maintaining their operational continuity.
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Ämne/nyckelord
Semiconductor , Disruptions , Measures , Supply Chain Resilience , Flexibility , Robustness , Visibility