Electronics Industry Study Report
Abstract
This paper provides a national strategy for the US electronics industry. Electronics is one of the largest industries in the US and plays a critical role in almost every aspect of national security. It is directly responsible for the economic boom that propelled the US into an unparalleled superpower status. The US has capitalized on advances in computing, semiconductors, storage, optics, telecommunications, intelligent devices and sensors to achieve a competitive advantage. For example, the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) reported semiconductors as the number one industry in the US based upon its contribution to the nation's gross domestic product. Semiconductors are fundamental electronic components that form the building blocks of all electronic devices. Consequently, in order to focus the assessment and strategy recommendations, the 2005 ICAF Electronics Industry Study generally used the semiconductor industry as a proxy for the entire electronics industry. Continued growth and innovation of this industry is a critical prerequisite to maintaining our technical superiority and leadership. The electronics industry also has and is expected to continue to have widespread economic and societal impacts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA449468
Entities
People
- Anthony Pauroso
- Bob Ballew
- Boris-frank A. Nazaroff
- David Belt
- Frederick Schulz
- John R. Fellows
- Philip Kameru
- Stephy Demers
- Steve Kirkpatrick
- Thomas Bond
Organizations
- Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy