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Navigating US-China Tech Decoupling for a Semiconductor Startup
Overview
What this challenge is about.
Students will produce a geopolitical risk assessment and strategic response plan for ChipBridge. The plan must include a supply chain vulnerability analysis, a compliance roadmap for US export controls, and recommendations for diversifying manufacturing partners. Success is measured by the practicality of the recommendations and the depth of geopolitical insight. Deliverables include a report (12-15 pages) and a 5-minute video presentation summarizing key findings.
The Brief
What you'll do, and what you'll demonstrate.
How can ChipBridge mitigate the geopolitical risks arising from US-China decoupling to protect its supply chain and market access?
Earning criteria — what you'll demonstrate
- Analyze the impact of technology decoupling on global supply chains
- Interpret export control regulations and their business implications
- Develop strategies to manage geopolitical supply chain risks
- Communicate complex geopolitical scenarios to a technical audience
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