Interview TSMC, Intel supplier Qnity bets on local production to win business

Materials maker says being closer to chip clients strengthens supply chain

Semiconductor materials supplier Qnity is positioning manufacturing facilities, like this plant in Taiwan, close to customers to help shorten and strengthen supply chains. (Photo courtesy of Qnity)

TAIPEI --The CEO of Qnity, a leading supplier of semiconductor chemicals and materials, says a "local-for-local" strategy, including sourcing more than 70% of raw materials within each region where it operates, is key to growing its business as chipmakers shift and shorten supply chains.