The Global Electronics Association Validation Services Program has granted dataCon, Inc.'s Chelmsford, Massachusetts facility an IPC-1791 Trusted Electronic Designer, Fabricator, and Assembler Requirements Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML).  dataCon, a high-reliability, military electronics manufacturer, serves the defense, military, and aerospace sectors, supplying the U.S. Navy and Tier 1 OEMs. 

To achieve the IPC-1791 QML, dataCon met rigorous standards, including product and quality system evaluations, supply chain risk management (SCRM), compliance with NIST SP 800-171, Export Control Laws (ITAR and EAR), and chain of custody (ChoC) assessments.   John Marshall, CEO of dataCon, Inc., expressed pride in his employees in the achievement, stating, “Participating in the IPC-1791 trusted standard qualification program, which includes our circuit card chassis assembly operations, cables, and wire harnesses, underscores our dedication to delivering high-quality, reliable products to the Warfighter. This accreditation positions dataCon as a trusted partner within a global network of preferred suppliers for industry leaders.”  

The Global Electronics Association’s Validation Services QPL/QML Programs are designed to enhance supply chain verification and recognition. Unlike other audit programs, these initiatives provide thorough technical assessments of products and processes against IPC standards. The Association commends dataCon, Inc. for earning the IPC-1791 QML, securing its place among the trusted QML suppliers in the Association’s network.