The semiconductor industry operates within a uniquely challenging environment characterized by extreme complexity, rapid technological evolution, and stringent quality requirements, rendering its global supply chains vulnerable to disruption. This chapter explores the application of digital twins (DTs) as a strategic solution to enhance operational management and resilience in this critical sector. We define the semiconductor supply chain DT as a dynamic virtual replica of the physical network, continuously synchronized through real-time data integration. The chapter details the core architecture, focusing on the central data hub and the integration of key components: foundational business systems (ERP, MES, PLM, CRM), specialized planning and dispatching services, advanced analytics and AI/ML tools, and vital external data streams from suppliers, customers, and IoT sensors. Key functionalities enabled by this integrated framework—including real-time monitoring, predictive simulation, and process optimization—are examined. We highlight the significant benefits derived, such as enhanced end-to-end visibility, proactive risk mitigation, improved operational agility, optimized resource allocation, and continuous quality assurance.

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A Supply Chain Digital Twin Architecture for Semiconductor Industry

  • Bulent Soykan,
  • Sean Mondesire,
  • Ghaith Rabadi,
  • Grace Bochenek

摘要

The semiconductor industry operates within a uniquely challenging environment characterized by extreme complexity, rapid technological evolution, and stringent quality requirements, rendering its global supply chains vulnerable to disruption. This chapter explores the application of digital twins (DTs) as a strategic solution to enhance operational management and resilience in this critical sector. We define the semiconductor supply chain DT as a dynamic virtual replica of the physical network, continuously synchronized through real-time data integration. The chapter details the core architecture, focusing on the central data hub and the integration of key components: foundational business systems (ERP, MES, PLM, CRM), specialized planning and dispatching services, advanced analytics and AI/ML tools, and vital external data streams from suppliers, customers, and IoT sensors. Key functionalities enabled by this integrated framework—including real-time monitoring, predictive simulation, and process optimization—are examined. We highlight the significant benefits derived, such as enhanced end-to-end visibility, proactive risk mitigation, improved operational agility, optimized resource allocation, and continuous quality assurance.