As highlighted in Fusion Worldwide’s State of the Industry Report, memory suppliers are making a fundamental shift from traditional inventory-based supply models to forecast-driven production. This change reflects broader efforts to prevent excess stock buildup while maintaining pricing stability.
“IC manufacturers, worried about losses, are increasingly mirroring memory supplier tactics from last year by encouraging customers to submit forecasts to secure allocations. Without these forecasts, production cuts may be necessary to maintain profits.” - SOTI-2025-Volume3
For businesses relying on DDR4 memory and NAND flash, this shift could mean longer lead times and more rigid allocation processes.
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The transition to forecast-based supply management could have major implications for companies purchasing high-demand memory products. As supply constraints increase, buyers should:
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The State of the Industry Report highlights that memory suppliers are taking a more deliberate approach to supply control, aiming to avoid another cycle of oversupply and price crashes. While this strategy helps stabilize projected pricing, it also introduces potential short-term volatility if demand surges unexpectedly.
Businesses that depend on high-capacity memory solutions should keep a close eye on market fluctuations to ensure supply chain resilience.
With suppliers tightening supply controls and prioritizing forecasts over stockpiling, procurement teams must proactively secure necessary inventory at stable pricing. Leveraging market intelligence, alternative sourcing, and long-term agreements will be critical in avoiding shortages and unexpected price hikes.
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