Still grappling with lead times and pricing, some companies are embracing strategic initiatives designed to help better manage uncertainty.

In the second of a series, this Avnet Insights report documents how the ongoing chip shortage is impacting engineering, procurement and supply chain professionals who work with electronic components today and the steps they are taking in response.

We surveyed 1,605 professionals worldwide employed by Avnet suppliers and customers who represent a wide range of companies from industrial equipment makers to contract manufacturers.