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IPC COMMUNITY 69 WINTER 2025 Member Appreciation and Awards Dinner provided opportunities to network and recognize excel- lence in the industry. Forums Address Industry Hotspots The CEMAC forums focused on pressing industry topics, including ESG, high-power semiconductor advanced packaging, and Factory of the Future. These sessions explored how to translate inno- vation, digital transformation, and sustainability concepts into actionable solutions to accelerate high-quality development in the electronics man- ufacturing industry. • ESG: The forum on environmental, social, and governance highlighted the value and impact of ESG in advancing high-quality growth in the electronics industry, addressing the challenges and opportunities ESG poses for Chinese com- panies in the global market. Speakers centered their discussions on the IPC-1401 ESG Manage- ment System Standard, as they addressed key trends of the ESG industry in 2024. They shared profound insights on lessons learned and best practices in corporate ESG, highlighting strategic approaches and practical implementation. • High-power semiconductor and advanced packaging: With AI driving increased prom- inence for semiconductors, the High-power Semiconductor and Advanced Packaging Forum detailed core production processes, shared success stories, and explored new opportunities within the industry. • Factory of the Future: Digital transformation and AI-powered solutions are reshaping the vision of the factory of the future. The confer- ence explored CFX-driven digital capabilities, Industry 4.0 integration with quality manage- ment, and other innovative solutions that foster collaborative progress. The other forums on e-Mobility, design, IC substrates, and PCBs addressed specific challenges within their subfields. Standardization Empowering the Industry As a global association, IPC is committed to helping OEMs, EMS providers, and PCB manufac- turers produce high-quality products. Through standards, certifications, and educational pro- grams, IPC inspires innovative solutions to Chris Jorgensen delivers a keynote speech in Shanghai. The audience listening to a keynote speech at CEMAC. Mr. Rongcong Hong from Foxconn spoke at the ESG Forum. Audience members at the High-Power Semiconductor and Advanced Packaging Forum at IPC CEMAC 2024.