In semiconductor manufacturing, risk isn’t always about location. It’s about what happens when a company tries to operate.

A permit that takes too long. Tooling stuck in customs. A certified engineer who can’t work across the border. IP that isn’t clearly protected.

These aren’t future problems — they show up early, in conversations and checklists. And for OSATs considering new sites, they matter.

In semiconductor investment, execution risk kills more deals than cost. And execution risk lives in one place more than anywhere else: the regulatory maze.

How fast can we get a permit? How long to import used equipment? Who handles customs? What are the environmental review timelines? Are there surprises?

These aren’t afterthoughts — they’re make-or-break factors.