Dr. Goldsby is the Chair of Logistics at University of Tennessee. His research interests include logistics strategy, supply chain integration, and the theory and practice of lean and agile supply chain strategies. He has published more than 90 articles in academic and professional journals and serves as a frequent speaker at academic conferences, executive education seminars, and professional meetings. Dr. Goldsby has been an author and co-author of five books: Logistics Management: Enhancing Competitiveness and Customer Value (MyEducator, 2015), The Definitive Guide to Transportation (Financial Times, 2014), Global Macrotrends and Their Impact on Supply Chain Management (Financial Times, 2013), Lean Six Sigma Logistics: Strategic Development to Operational Success (J. Ross Publishing, 2005), and The Design and Management of Sustainable Supply Chains (Cambridge University Press, under development).
The semiconductor chip shortage—a worsening supply chain crisis that hit companies around the world—shows no signs of ending any time soon. Some organizations have yet to fully recover from the impact of the recent blockage of the Suez Canal.
The semiconductor shortage has throttled the auto industry throughout this year. Automobiles are more dependent on semiconductors that direct and manage engine performance, safety features, navigation, and entertainment systems. A modern car can have up anywhere from 1,500 to 3,000 chips. The number of semiconductor chips required for automobiles will continue to increase with cars becoming ‘smarter’ and employing propulsion systems.