In 2020, IPC renewed its commitment to serving the industry by expanding the scope and scale of research under a newly created IPC Industry Intelligence (i3) program.
WHAT'S NEW:
Outlook for Data Analytics in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry
The increasing complexity of electronics manufacturing requires embracing data analytics to manage electronics factories, according to a new white paper from IPC’s Chief Technologist Council.
Nearshoring: Mexico Making Pivotal Move in Supply Chain Dynamics
In the intricate web of North American commerce, Mexico has emerged as a pivotal node of manufacturing and production. Read more in Shawn DuBravac's article in winter edition of IPC Community Magazine.
Highlights of IPC’s 2023 PCB Technology Trends Study
Michael Carano, IPC’s technical consultant, presents some of the key findings from IPC’s latest PCB Technology Trends study, published this past October.
An IPC Report on EU Industrial Policy
Promoting Silicon to Systems Manufacturing
European Industrial Resiliency: Promoting a Silicon to Systems Policy Framework
INDUSTRY INTELLIGENCE
Electronic Design and Manufacturing Sustainabilty
This white paper from IPC’s Chief Technologist Council provides an overview of several environmental sustainability matters, tools/mitigation systems, recommendations, and useful resources for the electronics industry.
Jumpstarting U.S. Semiconductor Packaging
Success of the CHIPS Act depends on quickly establishing a pilot facility for integrated circuit substrates, IPC's Chief Technologist Council Warns.
The Evolution of Factories of the Future: What You Need to Know
IPC recently convened a roundtable of electronics executives to discuss trends driving the industry’s migration to the factory of the future. A summary of the discussion is now available.
February 2024 Global Sentiment Report
According to IPC’s February 2024 Sentiment of the Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain report, demand remains positive among electronics manufacturers, Labor Costs Index at highest level in six months.
Towards a Robust Advanced Packaging Ecosystem
This report presents new research exploring what is needed to propel advanced packaging forward.