The last month has demonstrated that the era of smooth globalization may be waning, and electronics manufacturers will need to learn to thrive in a world of persistent uncertainty.
The global electronics manufacturing industry finds itself at another crossroads following what the White House called "Liberation Day" - a sweeping announcement of new tariffs that has sent shockwaves through international supply chains. What began as concerns about potential tariffs on specific materials has exploded into a comprehensive restructuring of global trade relationships, with implications that reach far beyond immediate price increases.
IPC, in collaboration with global sustainability consultancy, Anthesis Group, has released a white paper titled "Why Double Materiality Assessments Matter: Compliance and Competitive Advantage." This guide is for anyone navigating the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
IPC introduces our latest online instructor-led course: Introduction to Wire Harness Design I. This online training program is crafted to equip emerging and seasoned professionals with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in this critical field.
With the New Year right around the corner, it’s time to pull out the crystal ball and think about what may come to pass in the coming months. IPC President and CEO John W. Mitchell's makes a few predictions for our industry.
Thanks to tremendous collaboration, IPC and our partners navigated an extraordinary year marked by significant global changes, including a new European Commission and European Parliament, new National Governments in place and in transition, a pending new U.S. administration, and geopolitical and economic upheaval worldwide.
Throughout the year, the IPC Government Relations team keeps an eye on the sausage-making so you don’t have to, although we do need your help in the kitchen. Fortunately, over the last year, we’ve seen evidence that our collaborative efforts are working, setting the table for more progress going forward.
As the managing editor, I know exactly what it takes to put together each issue of IPC Community: months of planning, writing, and execution in order to share the most relevant thoughts, activities, and ideas from IPC and its members.
IPC is making waves across South Asia, strengthening its government relations efforts to support the region’s rapidly evolving electronics and manufacturing industries. From India’s ambitious policy shifts to Malaysia’s expanding semiconductor sector and the UAE’s push for localized production, IPC is working closely with key stakeholders to ensure that manufacturers have the resources and policies they need to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.
This week, Kate Koger, IPC's public affairs coordinator, had the exciting opportunity to visit Detex's New Braunfels, Texas plant for a tour with two staffers from Senator John Cornyn’s (R-TX) office: Andi Dooley, regional director, and Jacob Smith, policy advisor for commerce, science, and technology. What made this visit even more special was how it specifically highlighted IPC’s apprenticeship program and how Detex is implementing it to address workforce challenges.