Electronics Industry Continues to Show Resiliency Despite Rising Labor Costs and Recruiting Difficulties

According to IPC’s January Sentiment of the Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain report, 75 percent of electronics manufacturers are experiencing rising material costs, while 74 percent indicate that labor costs are on the rise.

North American EMS Industry Down 2.7 Percent in December

IPC announced today the December 2022 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.36.

North American PCB Industry Sales Down 1.7 Percent in December

IPC announced today the December 2022 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 0.87.

The IPC Board Welcomes New Director of North American Government Relations

IPC announces the addition of Jeffrey Goldberg as director of North American government relations to its staff at IPC’s offices in Washington, D.C.

How Can Government Help or Hurt You in 2023?

As a member of the electronics manufacturing industry, it's important for you to stay informed about the government policies that impact your business and your industry. With that in mind, we want to know: which government policies worry you most? How can government help or hurt your company in the next few years?

Survey: How Smart are Your Manufacturing Processes?

IPC has partnered with Auburn University to conduct a study on behalf of the Department of Defense (DoD) that can significantly help our nation’s manufacturing industries, and we would like your help. 

Volatility and Uncertainty will Continue to Influence Economic Outlook in the Early Months of 2023

COVID-19, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, soaring global inflation rates and recession fears were major contributors to the cloud of uncertainty in 2022 and also to slower global economic growth, per IPC’s December Economic Outlook report.

Industry Demand Holding Up Despite Deteriorating Economic Outlook, High Costs Continue to Create Challenging Conditions for Electronics Manufacturers

Per IPC’s December Global Sentiment of the Electronics Supply Chain Report, over the next six months, manufacturers expect to see continued increase in both labor and material costs. Ease of recruitment and profit margins are likely to remain challenging.

North American PCB Industry Sales Up 26.1 Percent in November

IPC announced today the November 2022 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.00.

North American EMS Industry Down 0.6 Percent in November

IPC announced today the November 2022 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.38.