Why is advanced packaging so important to the semiconductor supply chain?

Advanced packaging connects chips to each other and to the broader system, and it increasingly drives performance, efficiency, and innovation. Without it, semiconductor fabrication alone cannot meet technological demands.

How far behind is the United States in advanced packaging capabilities?

IPC reports indicate the U.S. is 10 to 20 years behind major competitors, especially in IC substrate fabrication, with most global capacity concentrated in Asia.

What progress was made in 2022 to address this gap?

The CHIPS Plus Science Act allocated at least $5 billion for advanced packaging R&D, policy engagement increased, and experts were appointed to federal advisory committees shaping microelectronics strategy.

What does IPC recommend policymakers prioritize going forward?

Investing in advanced packaging capacity, funding R&D to leapfrog other regions, fostering supply chain partnerships, and determining which strategic technologies must be produced domestically.

Why does IPC emphasize partnership over traditional supplier relationships?

In a high-risk geopolitical environment, component makers and suppliers depend on each other’s success. Partnership models strengthen resilience and enable long-term investment in capabilities.

How can industry members get involved in IPC’s advocacy work?

IPC encourages companies to participate in policy discussions, share insights, and support initiatives by contacting their government relations team for engagement opportunities.

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