Case: Is the global chip shortage threatening?

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Globalisation under pressure: global chip shortage

14-10-2021 702 views 0

Is the global chip shortage threatening?

Semiconductor chips are the “brains” of modern electronics.

From cars to smartphones to kitchen appliances: everything depends on them. High global demand, fragile supply chains and geopolitical tensions have created a worldwide shortage. This case shows how one weak link in globalisation can disrupt whole industries.

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Check this article: Euronews – The global chip shortage threatens to make iPhones, cars and even toasters more expensive.

Why this assignment matters

By studying the chip shortage you see how globalisation brings not only opportunities but also vulnerabilities. You learn to analyse how supply chain problems affect companies, economies and consumers. These skills prepare you for business roles where risk awareness and resilience are key.

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What to do?

Summarise the case
Write a short summary (max. 500 characters) of what the chip shortage is and why it matters.
Explain the core problem

2a. What makes the chip shortage more than just a production issue?
2b. Why does it affect so many sectors and countries?

Analyse effects

3a. Explain one effect on companies (e.g. car makers, tech firms).
3b. Explain one effect on economies (e.g. prices, jobs, inflation).
3c. Explain one effect on consumers (e.g. availability, costs).

Reflect on globalisation
What does this case teach us about the risks of globalisation? Use valid arguments and support your answer with examples.
Advice for The Netherlands
What should a country like The Netherlands do to prevent similar risks in the future? Give two concrete recommendations.

Assessment criteria

Summary

Pass: Includes a clear definition of the problem and at least one cause.
Merit/Distinction: As Pass + shows why the issue is relevant to multiple stakeholders.

Core problem (2a + 2b)

Pass: Gives one valid explanation for each sub-question with a clear cause–effect link.
Merit/Distinction: As Pass + demonstrates connection between both sub-ques

Effects (3a–3c samen)

Pass: Gives one effect per category (companies, economies, consumers) with cause–effect relation.
Merit/Distinction: As Pass + supports at least one effect with specific names, figures or data.

Reflection

Pass: Identifies at least one risk of globalization with logical reasoning.
Merit/Distinction: As Pass + uses at least one concrete example from the case.

Submitting your assignment

Submit your work using the Core button in Businessbase.
First, enter your name and email correctly — otherwise you will not receive the PDF with your answers. Then follow the guiding questions. Answer them as carefully as you can. A small spelling mistake is no problem, but careless input or AI-generated answers will not count as a source.

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Case: Global chip shortage — Globalisation under pressure

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1. Summary — What is the global chip shortage and why does it matter?*

Write a short summary of what the chip shortage is and why it matters.

2a. Core problem — Beyond production*

Why is the chip shortage more than just a production issue?

2b. Core problem — Global impact*

Why does it affect so many sectors and countries?

3a. Effect on companies*

Explain one effect on companies (e.g. car makers, tech firms) and describe the cause–effect link.

3b. Effect on economies*

Explain one effect on economies (e.g. prices, jobs, inflation) and describe the cause–effect link.

3c. Effect on consumers*

Explain one effect on consumers (e.g. availability, costs) and describe the cause–effect link.

4. Reflection on globalization*

What does this case teach about the risks of globalization?

5. Advice for The Netherlands*

What should a country like The Netherlands do to prevent similar risks in the future?

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I explained how it goes beyond production and affects multiple sectors and countries.

I reflected on what this case reveals about the risks of globalization.

I formulated two realistic recommendations for The Netherlands.

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Tip? Ask clear-cut questions, try to involve all the students, probe further, etc.

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