As semiconductor demand rises for 5G, autos and appliances and immediate relief from shortages appears unlikely, chip makers and their customers are tapping into new strategies to bolster capacity.
Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Texas Instruments, NXP Semiconductors, Advanced Micro Devices, United Microelectronics and Stanley Black & Decker all found ways to build up capacity in Q4 2021. During earnings calls, company executives told investors they are deepening relationships and signing long-term agreements to lock in business and provide visibility and stable capacity assurance.
