Total Materials Management

Total Materials Management

Semiconductor chip fabrication is an incredibly involved manufacturing processes. The complexity of interdependent machines and processes dictates that a fabrication site is almost never shutdown. The specialized equipment needs a constant supply of unique chemicals from over 60 suppliers and a single machine running dry can jeopardize overall site reliability. This complexity is multiplied by a global presence with fabrication sites in different countries around the world. An uninterrupted world-wide supply chain is foundational to the success of the business model and any lapses are unacceptable.

The Need for Supply Chain Management

For the chip manufacturer, supply chain management was a core competency acquired out of necessity. If this critical component of their business could be managed by a proven, trusted partner, internal operations would be greatly simplified with no additional risk. To successfully manage the global supply chain logistics for a Fortune 50 company, this partner needs to be privy to internal long-range plans so it too can seamlessly grow and adapt in concert with the chip manufacturer.