Powering the Future: The Materials That Make Tomorrow Possible
Dan Beaulieu, DB Management
Dan Beaulieu reviews new and classic books on succeeding in business.
Latest Column: Dan’s Biz Bookshelf: ‘Super Performance: 8 Strategies to Reach Full Potential’
Dan Feinberg, FeinLine Associates, Inc.
End-user technology and special features on end-user high technology products.
Latest Column: Fein-Lines: CES 2025—Highlighting the Future With Sony and NVIDIA
Global Electronics Association Education Foundation, Global Electronics Association
IPC Education Foundation updates on programs and activities.
Latest Column: Foundations of the Future: Awarding Scholarships and Awards in 2023
Team NCAB, NCAB Group
A variety of field application engineers from NCAB Group's technical team explore fresh PCB concepts.
Latest Column: Fresh PCB Concepts: The Importance of Bare Board Testing for Reliability
Tom Yang, CEE PCB
Tearing down the walls and cultural silos to make the world a better place for PCB manufacturing.
Latest Column: Global Citizenship: Together for a Perfect PCB Solution
Markus Voeltz, CEE PCB
Markus is known for his expertise in business development and strategic sales, focusing on providing innovative and reliable solutions to customers in various industries.
Latest Column: Global PCB Connections: Understanding Your Fabricator’s Capabilities (or Niche)
Bob Duke, American Standard Circuits
Bob offers advice on the most important aspects of global sourcing.
Latest Column: Global Sourcing Spotlight: Supplier Audits—Ensuring Compliance in Global Sourcing
Dan Beaulieu, DB Management
This weekly column is focused on helping electronics companies enhance their professional and technical image through sales and marketing, and, of course, common sense.
Latest Column: It’s Only Common Sense: We Have Met the Enemy, and It’s Us
Nash Bell, BEST Inc.
Common issues, solutions, and trends in PCB and component rework.
Latest Column: Knocking Down the Bone Pile: Solderability Test Methods, Myths, and Realities
Leo Lambert, EPTAC
This column will cover the evolution and related challenges of electronics product assembly.
Latest Column: Learning with Leo: The Cost of Training on Skills and Knowledge Development
Nolan Johnson, I-Connect007
Nolan brings 30 years of career experience focused almost entirely on electronics design and manufacturing.
Latest Column: Nolan’s Notes: Welcome to a Strong 2026!
John Mitchell, Global Electronics Association
John will cover issues affecting the entire global electronics industry supply chain.
Latest Column: One World, One Industry: IPC APEX EXPO 2025 Marks a Special Anniversary Year
Tom Kastner, GP Ventures, Ltd.
'Punching Out' is a series of articles on mergers and acquisitions in the PCB and assembly sectors.
Latest Column: Punching Out: Can I Sell My Business Using AI?
Josh Casper, Horizon Sales
This column will cover unique challenges and new trends in the electronics industry, centered specifically around automation.
Latest Column: Smart Automation: When It’s Time to Replace SMT Equipment
Dr. Jennie Hwang, H-Technologies Group
As an internationally recognized SMT authority, Dr. Hwang offers her perspective on a range of technical and process issues.
Latest Column: SMT Perspectives & Prospects: 12 Predictions for Using AI in 2026
Anaya Vardya, American Standard Circuits
This column strives to make all facets of printed circuit board technology clear and easy to understand.
Latest Column: Standard of Excellence: The Role of Continuous Education in Enhancing Customer Experience
Mehul Davé, Linkage Technologies
Mehul's column explores issues surrounding globalization and the electronics supply chain.
Latest Column: The Big Picture: Our Big ‘Why’ in the Age of AI
Chris Mitchell, Global Electronics Association
In this column, Global Electronics Association VP of Global Government Affairs Chris Mitchell and his team provide news and views on government policies that affect the electronics industry and its supply chain.
Latest Column: The Government Circuit: USMCA Review—A Crucial Opportunity to Fortify North American Electronics
Mike Konrad, SMTA
In this monthly column, SMTA features conversations with industry experts in an interview format.
Latest Column: The Knowledge Base: Cultivating Your Brand in the Age of Connection
Brittany Martin, I-Connect007
Lighting up the industry with marketing ideas that connect, engage, and inspire.
Latest Column: The Marketing Minute: Same Trade Show, Stronger Story
Hannah Grace & Paige Fiet, IPC Emerging Engineers
Two up and coming engineers discuss the bridge between electronics education and the electronics industry.
Latest Column: The New Chapter: The Benefits of Continuing Education
Steve Williams, The Right Approach Consulting
A no-nonsense view of manufacturing and management strategies from one of electronic manufacturing's top authorities.
Latest Column: The Right Approach: The Uncomfortable Truth Behind Government Shutdowns
Bill Cardoso, Creative Electron
Dr. Cardoso will cover everything related to X-rays from cool historical facts to the latest in technological advancements.
Latest Column: X-Rayted Files: Best Practices in Buying Machines