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62 SMT007 MAGAZINE I JULY 2025 4 3 1 2 SMT007 TOP 10 The Government Circuit: From Tax Policy to Tariffs, Denver to Delhi, Speaking Up for Electronics The June 3 opening ceremony of AT&S's HTB3 facility in Leoben, Austria, was a milestone moment for Europe's electronics ecosystem. HTB3 is now the first and only facility in Europe capable of both developing and pro- ducing high-perfor- mance IC substrates— the advanced plat- forms that allow pow- erful chips to connect, process, and function. Standard of Excellence: The Role of Technology in Enhancing the Customer Experience Customer relationship management (CRM) systems are a cornerstone of modern customer experience strate- gies. By consolidating customer data from various touchpoints, businesses can gain valuable insights into cus- tomer behaviors, preferences, and needs. Electronics Industry Demand Holds Steady Amid Tariff Turbulence Despite tariff concerns and rising material and labor costs, electronics industry demand is holding steady. The New Order Index expanded this month, sig- naling ongo- ing demand strength. Flex Announces Collaboration with MIT To Advance the Future of Manufacturing With AI and Automation As a founding member of the INM Industry Consortium, Flex will work closely with MIT researchers, educators, and fellow industry leaders to support cutting-edge projects that apply AI, machine automation, and new system- level approaches to manufacturing. 5 Tariffs: Hope for the Best, Plan for the Worst We reconnected with attorney James Kim to learn how the current trade deal dynamics are affecting the industry. James is a former U.S. Customs and Border Protection attorney with years of experience working directly with client companies on import and export issues. C h e c k o u t t h e s e h i g h l i g h t s f r o m S M T 0 0 7 . c o m

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