The Reading Room – What’s the SCOOP?

After hijacking a space on EMSNOW’s homepage while I guest edited the publication, their esteemed editor, Jennifer Read, has kindly allowed me back on a weekly basis to share some of what I am watching, reading and even listening to. So, here’s a few things I’ve enjoyed this week, some of which you will see […]
SMTA International Conference Program Announced and Registration Now Open
Minneapolis, MN – The SMTA is pleased to announce that the program and registration for the SMTA International Conference and Exhibition is finalized and available on-line at www.smta.org/smtai. Taking place September 22-26, 2019 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, the conference features 15 professional development courses, 120 technical papers, and numerous complimentary offerings for […]
Rehm showcases VisionXC at NEPCON Thailand
Southeast Asian electronics industry convenes in Bangkok on Wednesday The electronics industry in Southeast Asia (ASEAN) is growing rapidly, as is the demand for high-precision electronic parts and components. NEPCON Thailand is the meeting place for the industry and offers trade visitors the right technology, the right business connections and the right know-how to boost […]
Gartner Reveals Seven Mistakes to Avoid in Blockchain Projects
CIOs Must Be Aware of Capabilities and Limitations of Blockchain Technology Interest in blockchain continues to be high, but there is still a significant gap between the hype and market reality. Only 11% of CIOs indicated they have deployed or are in short-term planning with blockchain, according to the Gartner, Inc. 2019 CIO Agenda Survey of more […]
A Starting Point for Industry 4.0 Transformation
OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK – The most profound challenge for manufacturers looking to implement a technology-driven transformation process is clearly understanding where they are currently in terms of solution maturity. Once they have a clear starting point, then they can realistically, and strategically, begin to advance. ABI Research, a global tech market advisory firm, has […]