A semiconductor chip shortage across the U.S. is putting several industries in a tough spot.
Repair. She says the chip shortage is making it hard to keep her customers happy. She described one customer's current experience.
In addition to computers, these chips are also used in cars, smartphones, TVs, refrigerators and more. They're also used in arguably the most important items used during theA nationwide semiconductor chip shortage is putting several industries in a tough spot. He says his company regularly goes nearly a month and a half without the chips needed for product manufacturing. "Sometimes you can find yourself with 90 days with no chip. It’s caused us to triple our procurement team, because right now, we need to source in different countries," Shafran said.
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion, a cardiothoracic surgeon at HCA Houston Healthcare, said the increased patient volume is due to lower COVID-19 hospitalization numbers in recent months.