The shortage for some key components announced on November 2020 is still continuing and leads ATOP to extended lead times and constraint supply capacity.
The demand for key components in the international hi-tech industry is even stronger and is expected an even tighter market in the next months, with a price trend up.
Here's some references about the global chips shortage:
Why Is There a Chip Shortage? Covid-19, Surging Demand Cause Semiconductor Shortfall (bloomberg.com)
Global shortage in computer chips 'reaches crisis point' | Technology sector (The Guardian)
There's a global shortage of computer chips – what's causing it? (newscientist.com)
ATOP is committed to minimize the impact on new orders and to maintain the quality you expect and deserve
ATOP greatly appreciates your continued business and support through this time of growth and change, looking forward to come back to shorter lead time as soon as possible.
For any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your distributor or sales representative.