The most affected businesses have been those that rely on multi-source, just-in-time supply chains that move parts for processing worldwide. Shipping delays, shutdown mandates and supplier capacity created disruptions for these manufacturers, including those that outsource Parylene coating. Covid-19 highlighted the need for insight into critical suppliers and their own suppliers to predict the impact of shortages and stoppages on output. As a result, VSi Parylene has seen an increase in interest for customers that want to bring Parylene in-house.