Electronics Manufacturing Outlook Continues to Darken, Prices Increase as Component Shortage Drags On
A new global survey found that the global shortage of semiconductors and other components continues to have serious consequences for electronics manufacturers, leading to rising costs and higher prices. The survey, conducted by IPC, the global electronics manufacturing association, also found that companies continue to face difficulty in finding qualified talent, with only 15 percent of respondents indicating that the situation is improving.
Supply Chains Continue to be Under Tremendous Pressure
IPC has released its October 2021 economic outlook report.
North American EMS Industry Down 9.9 Percent in September
IPC announced today the September 2021 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.41.
North American PCB Industry Sales Up 2.3 Percent in September
IPC announced today the September 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.25.
IPC Invites Industry Leaders to Submit Poster Abstracts for IPC APEX EXPO 2022 in San Diego
IPC invites researchers, technical experts and industry leaders to submit abstracts for poster presentations at IPC APEX EXPO 2022.
IPC Welcomes Language in Senate Defense Appropriations Bill Supporting R&D on Lead-Free Electronics
Fiscal year 2022 defense appropriations bill includes language supporting further research and development (R&D) into the issues surrounding lead-free electronics in mission-critical applications.