Punching Out! Preparing for Life Post-transaction

January 20, 2020 | Tom Kastner, GP Ventures, Ltd.

Congratulations! You have punched out! Now what? Tom Kastner details how being prepared for life after a transaction is a good idea not only to help set up a smooth sale but also to give you the motivation to get through the deal process.

The Government Circuit: IPC Marks Progress in Government Advocacy in 2019

January 14, 2020 | Chris Mitchell, IPC

As we turn the calendar from 2019 to 2020, it is a natural time to take stock of the past year and look ahead to the year to come. Here are a few of the top stories of 2019 from Chris Mitchell's perspective as a government relations professional working to support the electronics manufacturing industry through public policy advocacy.

It’s Only Common Sense: The Paid Audition

January 20, 2020 | Dan Beaulieu, DB Management

One study stated that 48% of all customers feel that the most critical time for a company to gain their loyalty is based on the first order. Dan Beaulieu shares 12 tips to make sure you wow the customer based on your first order with...

Defense Speak Interpreted: What in the World Is MINSEC?

January 14, 2020 | Dennis Fritz, Fritz Consulting

The Defense program designated MINSEC (Microelectronics Innovation for National Security and Economic Competitiveness) is probably one that you have never heard of but will likely gather more headlines in the future. Dennis Fritz...

Standard of Excellence: Five Ways to Stay on Track With Your PCB Vendors

January 14, 2020 | Team ASC, American Standard Circuits

One of the most important aspects of the customer-vendor partnership is to keep the vendor aware of their standing with you. Anaya Vardya shares five ways to ensure that you and your PCB vendors are on the same page when it comes to...