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B I T S & B Y T E S Learning, Exploring, and Connecting A roundup of member activities in China in 2025 By Cindy Zhang, Member Service Manager, China, Global Electronics Association In early 2025, the Global Electronics Associa- tion China Office launched the Membership Ser- vice Enhancement Program, filled with exclusive member activities, training courses, company visits, and networking events. Here are some highlights. Learning Together Through Training Courses IPC-HERMES-9852 Training Twenty-one representatives from 18 companies— including Foxconn, Delta, and Flex—explored the global standard for machine-to-machine communication in SMT assembly on April 10 in Shenzhen, gaining insights into how standard- ized data transfer enables smart manufacturing. Connecting People Through Networking Events IPC WorksAsia Standards Technical Seminar A seminar on standards and supply chain collabo- ration on April 24 in Shenzhen attracted 157 professionals from 101 companies. It was fol- lowed by an evening networking dinner fea- turing an ice-breaker game and anniversary awards for long-term members. IPC-2591 (IPC-CFX) Introductory Course Delegates from 20 companies learned the basics of the Connected Factory Exchange standard on Aug. 1 in Shenzhen, building a foundation for data-driven production line upgrades. IPC CFX training 5 6 C O M M U N I T Y M A G A Z I N E FA L L 2 0 2 5