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“Success Through Innovation: Profitability and Competitiveness
in the European and World Markets”

Executive Market & Technology Forum Conference
Clarion Hotel (Sydhavnen)
Copenhagen, Denmark
Co-Sponsored by IPC and EIPC
11-12 October, 2007

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“Managing in the Electronics Industry for Profitability & Sustainability”

IPC/EIPC EMS Management Meeting
Clarion Hotel (Sydhavnen)
Copenhagen, Denmark
10 October, 2007

graphic Event Highlights:
  • Keynote address by a leading analyst on the future of the electronics industry
  • Economic update and forecast for the interconnect industry
  • Overview of OEM Roadmaps
  • Global Electronics Market for EMS/ODM Suppliers
  • Measuring and managing innovation
Location:
Clarion Hotel (Sydhavnen), Copenhagen, Denmark

For more information please contact EIPC:

Ms. Sonja Derhaag, Event Manager,
Hertogsingel 49 B, 6211ND Maastricht, The Netherlands,
Tel: 0031-43-3440872,
Fax: 0031-43-3440873
or e-mail: sderhaag@eipc.org

Official Sponsors
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Programme

You must be innovative if you are going to be profitable and competitive in today’s electronics interconnect industry. Discover the secrets to innovation at the Executive Market & Technology Forum Conference, scheduled for 11-12 October, 2007 in Copenhagen, Denmark. Co-developed by IPC and EIPC, this international event will bring together the electronics supply chain-from OEMs to equipment providers. The agenda features a line-up of top industry experts who will provide you with the insight on the latest market and technology trends. No other event is as focused on the needs of top managers in our industry, and no other event will provide you with such a complete picture of the supply chain.

The IPC/EIPC EMS Management Meeting will be held 10 October, 2007, in conjunction with the Forum Conference. This event is an exclusive learning and networking forum for senior level managers of the electronics manufacturing services industry. The day will feature a line-up of representatives from the assembly industry who will discuss how they solve some of their most pressing challenges, from managing the global supply chain to creating opportunities for innovation.

Who Should Attend?

The Forum Conference is for managers and decision makers in marketing, engineering R&D, operations and top management at printed circuits board (PCB), and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) companies, electronics original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and suppliers to all segments of the industry.

Copenhagen

One thousand years of history awaits you on the medieval streets of Copenhagen. These are the same streets walked on by every generation of the world's oldest royal family, the same streets and canals which have inspired artists for centuries and been home and workplace to meticulous craftsmen and famous designers.

From its humble origins as a fishing village to its heyday as the glittering capital of the Danish Empire, to its current position as one of the world's premier design capitals and Scandinavia's pre-eminent city, the stories and characters of Copenhagen's history can be discovered in its sumptuous palaces, copper-roofed town houses and atmospheric cobbled squares.

Networking dinner

At the end of the first Conference day (11 October) we will all go to dinner in Copenhagen. The evening programme is open to conference delegates and their guests. Why not participate and make this an unforgettable event for you and your customers. For delegates this dinner is included in the conference fee. The only thing you have to do is mark on the registration form if you wish to attend yes or no. If you would like to order additional tickets for your guests, you can indicate this on the conference registration form or you can order tickets by sending an e-mail to sderhaag@eipc.org. There will also be a reception on 10 October for those of you attending the management meeting. If you are not attending the management meeting 10 October but would like to attend the session you may purchase a ticket.

Meeting Location/Hotel Information

Clarion Hotel Copenhagen is situated in Sydhavnen, Copenhagen’s newest and quickly growing commercial district. Located close to all traffic connections with only a short distance to bus, train services, motorway and Copenhagen International Airport. The fixed link to Sweden is on our doorstep, and ferries that will convey you to the rest of Europe can be reached within the hour. Copenhagen’s attractive City Centre, a mere 5 km away, is the place to visit for guests wanting big city atmosphere – shopping, art and culture and a wealth of excellent restaurants, cafés and bars. This 4 star hotel features large guest rooms, sauna and Jacuzzi, restaurant and a full range of business services. The special room rates being offered for this event are DKK 1095.- (single) and DKK 1245.- (double) and include a complete breakfast buffet each morning. Please make reservations by 19 September before completing the hotel registration form.

Table Top Exhibition and Poster Display Area

During the Autumn Conference the EIPC and IPC will provide an opportunity for information sharing and discussion in a dedicated area. This will allow for visitors to obtain the latest product information
and know-how on an informal, or ‘one-to-one’ basis. A ‘Poster Wall’ and a table will be provided during the two days of the Conference, 11-12, October. Kindly note that space for the Table Top Exhibition is limited, so you are asked to book as early as possible. Cost for the ‘Table Top and Poster Display’ includes one person for coffee breaks and lunch. Conference participation fee and evening party is not included. If you are interested please fill in the registration form or contact EIPC, Sonja Derhaag.

EIPC

‘The European link for PCB professionals’.
The European Institute of Printed Circuits (EIPC), based in The Netherlands, is an international service provider to the European Interconnection and Packaging Industry. Since 1968, the EIPC is servicing about 130 member companies, including suppliers of machinery and materials to the PCB industry, PCB Manufacturers, contract electronics manufacturers and OEM’s.

The EIPC is a network of PCB professionals providing platforms to exchange business and technology information for the success of the European electronics industry.
You can visit our website www.eipc.org to learn more about our services and products.

IPC and the IPC Executive Market & Technology Forum

Since 1957, IPC—Association Connecting Electronics Industries® has been guiding the electronic interconnection industry through its dramatic changes. A global trade association dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its more than 2,300 member companies, IPC is the only electronic interconnect organization that brings together all industry players, including designers, board manufacturers, assembly companies, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers.

IPC members who wish to receive a valuable package of annual industry market studies each year are invited to join the Executive Market and Technology forum. Membership in the Executive Forum is not a requirement to participate in IPC’s statistical programs. It is another IPC member benefit for companies interested in market research for the industry. For more information about the Executive Forum, go to www.ipc.org/ExecForum.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Industry suppliers can enhance their exposure to current and prospective customers by becoming corporate sponsors of the Executive Forum Conference. Several level of sponsorship offer you a choice of options. All sponsors will what their company name and logo included in upcoming marketing communications about the conference, which will reach the industry’s top managers worldwide. Your name and logo will also be featured on the proceedings book, with contact information for your company inside the book. Three options include table-display space and discounted registration to the conference. To register as a sponsor, please see the form included with this mailing or go to www.ipc.org/CopenhagenSponsor or www.eipc.org

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Programme

wednesday, 10 October, 2007
IPC/EIPC ems Management Meeting
Managing In the Electronics Industry: What You Need to Know For Profitability & Sustainability

10:00h

Welcome and Introductions

10:15h

Keynote: Management Success in Electronics
Stefan Herr, Simon Kucher & Partners

11:15h

Break

11:30h

The Global Electronics Market for EMS/ODM Suppliers
Charlie Wade, Technology Forecasters

12:30h

Lunch

14:00h

What the European PCB Industry is Doing, and How it will impact the European EMS Industry
Rex Rozario, Executive Chairman, Graphic PLC
Konrad Wundt, General Manager, Multiline International Europa

15:00h

Break

15:15h

Measuring and Managing Innovation for Building Value Based Customer Relationships
Praveen Gupta, Accelper Consulting

16:15h

Roundtable Discussions

17:00h

Adjourn to Reception

Thursday, 11 October, 2007
ipc/eipc Executive Market & Technology Forum Conference – Day 1
“Success Through Innovation: Profitability and Competitiveness in the European and World Markets”

9:00h

Introduction and Welcome from EIPC’s New Leaders
Rex Rozario, Chairman, EIPC
Konrad Wundt, Executive Director, EIPC

9:30h

Keynote Address: Business Outlook for the Worldwide Electronics Industry
Walt Custer, President, Custer Consulting

10:30h

Break

11:00h

Geographic Strategies for Global Expansion: Highlights from a New IPC Commissioned Study
Nick Pearne, Director, BPA Consulting

12:00h

Tunisia: A Solution for Improving the Competitiveness of the European Electronics Industry
Slim Sellami, Fuba Tunisie

12:45h

Lunch

14:15h

Microelectronics: The Future of Miniaturization and its Impact on Electronics Manufacturing Highlights from a New IPC Commissioned Study
Prismark Partners, USA Mark Christensen

15:15h

Automotive Electronics: Challenges for the PCB Industry
Michael Weinhold, Technical Director, EIPC

16:00h

Break

16:30h

OEM Technology Roadmaps from the Mobile Phone Industry: Views of the Future from Motorola and Nokia
Aroon Tungare, Director of Research & Development, Motorola, Inc.
Mike Sillgren, Nokia

18:00h

Conference Adjourns for the Day

18:30h

Networking Dinner

Friday, 12 October, 2007
ipc/eipc Executive Market & Technology Forum Conference – Day 2
“Success Through Innovation: Profitability and Competitiveness in the European and World Markets”

9:00h

Partner Collaboration, Key in Building a Resilient Enterprise
Christian Verstraete, Senior Director, MDI Solutions, Hewlett-Packard

9:45h

Beyond RoHS: Environmental Challenges for Today’s Electronics Supply Chain Partners
Peter Greenland, NITON Analyzers, Thermo Fisher Scientific

10:30h

Break

11:00h

Implementing New Technologies: How Actual Companies Managed the Challenges and Reaped the Rewards
Embedding Components: No Business as Usual
Markus Riester, Founder and Owner, Maris TechCon
Multi-Level-Qualification, A Systemic Approach for Innovation Theory, Implementation, Results
Thomas Gottwald, Head of Product Engineering, Schweizer Electronic

12:30h

Lunch

14:00h

Conference Adjourned

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