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I-Connect007 Editor’s Choice: Five Must-Reads for the Week

April 18, 2025 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 Magazine

It’s been a busy week in our industry. Never a dull moment! If you’ve been paying attention to our tariff tumult with China and its effect on the stock market, especially if your company does a lot of business with China, you might be tempted to call in a Xanax refill about now. But hang tight. This is still early in the first quarter. This brouhaha serves to underscore our need to manufacture critical laminates and components in the U.S. In this week’s must-reads, we have a potpourri of articles covering tariffs, the next generation of HDI, the three-year anniversary of IPC Mexico, a novel green technology, and emerging design trends.

Will Webb, technical director at Aster, stresses the importance of testability in design, emphasizing early engagement to identify testing issues. This discussion covers the integration of testing with Industry 4.0, the need for good test coverage, and adherence to industry standards. Innovations like boundary scan testing and new tools for cluster testing are introduced, highlighting advancements in optimizing testing workflows and collaboration with other tools.

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The Marketing Minute: Strategic Short-form Content Builds Brand Momentum

April 17, 2025 | Brittany Martin, The Marketing Minute

Last month, I shared how long-form content—like white papers, technical articles, and thought leadership pieces—can establish your company as a knowledgeable, trusted voice in the electronics industry. Long-form content is...

SMT Perspectives and Prospects: Artificial Intelligence, Part 5: Brain, Mind, Intelligence

April 9, 2025 | Dr. Jennie Hwang, SMT Perspectives and Prospects

Currently, there is no single established test that can authoritatively measure artificial or human intelligence. Humans generate data, acquire information, and translate it into knowledge. Cumulative knowledge builds intelligence....

Global Sourcing Spotlight: Watch Out! Avoiding Pitfalls in Global Sourcing

April 9, 2025 | Bob Duke, Global Sourcing Spotlight

Global sourcing is an indispensable strategy for many companies seeking cost efficiency, diverse suppliers, and access to innovative products. However, this landscape is fraught with challenges that can jeopardize even the most...

Nolan’s Notes: Looking Deep Into the Future With X-ray

April 2, 2025 | Nolan Johnson, Nolan's Notes

As a diagnostic tool, X-ray has been around for over a century, and available to EMS inspection for some years. It seems the industry has moved far enough forward to fully embrace X-ray on the assembly line. I’m reminded of Wayne...

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