The e2open white paper examines rising geopolitical tensions in the Taiwan Strait and the serious supply chain risks they pose. Taiwan produces about 80 percent of the world’s advanced semiconductors, making any disruption potentially devastating for hundreds of industries and thousands of companies globally, with losses reaching billions of dollars. The paper provides context on Taiwan’s economic importance and highlights how deeply global manufacturing depends on its chip sector. It emphasizes the need for companies to proactively assess risk, improve visibility, diversify sourcing, and strengthen resilience strategies to prepare for potential large‑scale disruption stemming from regional instability.

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