Whether you wanted to buy a new car, build a house, or get hold of a game console to fill the hours during the lockdowns – since at least the beginning of 2021, we have all been feeling the effects of the chip shortage on the global economy. The crisis has also impacted the energy sector. Limited availability, astronomical prices, and unreliable delivery times meant we faced challenges on a scale we had never seen before. Meanwhile, our delivery times have long since returned to their pre-crisis levels. Below, we explain how we achieved this and what it means for future orders. Causes and consequences of the component shortage The causes of the component crisis were varied, and they still are. They can be partly attributed to the coronavirus pandemic and have also been influenced by other global and socio-political events, leading to a complex situation. › Lockdowns severely restricted production in many areas. › The significant increase in demand for home entertainment and office equipment resulted in a massive demand for semiconductor components. › Passenger transport came to a standstill during the international NO SHORTAGE OF SHORTAGES Impact of the component crisis on the energy sector. 26
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