Multiple Semiconductor Manufacturing Projects Delayed in the U.S.

Recently, the Financial Times reported that despite over USD 400 billion in tax incentives, loans, and subsidies provided by the U.S. under the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act to boost local clean energy technology and semiconductor industries, the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing has been delayed as investors hit pause on their plans. Reportedly, […]

European EMS & PCB Industries with Dieter Weiss: How to Survive and Thrive

Whether it was a chip crisis or fake news (spoiler, Dieter thinks the latter is more likely), how did the inventory bubble, inflation and a slow economy become a perfect storm for the EMS market, and what strategies can companies use to weather the storm? Check out this episode of EMS@C-Level, where Dieter Weiss (in4ma […]

IDC: 86% of Asia/Pacific Govt Agencies See AI Regulations as Crucial for Progress

IDC Survey Shows Responsible AI Governance Becoming Key Focus for Asia/Pacific SINGAPORE– A recent IDC report, Innovation Road Map: Government Agencies’ Digital Policy for Emerging Tech in Asia/Pacific, highlights the need for robust governance in the effective use of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on AI within government agencies. The IDC’s Future Enterprise Resiliency Survey, […]

The Business Case and Benefits of a Multisite MES Program

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Usually, the goal of a multisite MES program is to improve the efficiency, profitability, transparency, auditability, and sustainability of production. However, before such a project can be undertaken, the potential business benefits of the MES program must be defined.