Tata Group’s semiconductor effort is moving forward using older manufacturing technology than originally planned, according to reporting from Bloomberg and The Economic Times. Tata Electronics Pvt. is preparing to produce semiconductor wafers in India, a step that aims to establish domestic capability in chip production. The outlets say the company’s approach is adjusted because building an end-to-end domestic semiconductor industry from scratch is difficult, including meeting manufacturing and process requirements. The reports characterize the decision as a response to practical constraints in the supply chain and production know-how that companies often need for advanced wafer manufacturing. While Tata initially expected to use more advanced processes, it is now expected to rely on earlier-generation technology for the wafer project. The coverage indicates the company’s chip foray is focused on getting production running first, even if that means starting with older process nodes rather than pursuing the most cutting-edge manufacturing options immediately.