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A Standard for All One of our core global contributions is the development of widely adopted industry standards, such as the IPC-A- 610 for electronics assembly accep- tance criteria and the IPC-A-620 for cable and wire harness acceptance criteria. These standards help ensure product quality, reliability, compati- bility, and cost efficiency across inter- national borders, enabling designers, manufacturers, and suppliers world- wide to work together seamlessly. Many of our standards have been trans- lated into over 20 languages, allowing them to deliver real value and ease of use at a local level. Working Together on Workforce Another major area where the Global Electronics Association analyzes at a macro-level and executes at a micro- level is workforce development. We recognize the global skills gap in elec- tronics manufacturing, and, along with the help of committees comprised of global subject matter experts, have developed industry-recog- nized certification programs, like IPC-A-600 and IPC-J-STD-001, which are then delivered through local training centers and institutions. These cer- tifications help create job-ready talent that meets internationally recognized standards while address- ing regional workforce challenges and needs. Addressing Advanced Electronics Packaging The Association is playing a leading role in preparing the industry for emerging technologies like advanced electronics packaging. Our global thought leadership on this topic ensures that our members remain ahead of the curve, especially when navigating various con- straints and market demands. However, each local region faces different barriers to implementing these new technologies, includ- ing infrastructure, investment, skilling, regulations, etc. The Global Electronics Association's solution has been to create region-specific initiatives. For example: • In Southeast Asia, we are looking to develop local training programs through available funding with local governments • In Europe, we are looking to partner with aca- demia and research institutions on developing pilot lines through EU and member-state grant programs The mark of a forward-looking association is ackn- owledgement and awareness that every region has its unique economic conditions, cultural nuances, regu- latory environments, and operational limitations. By aligning global strategies with local needs, we will continue to help our members stay competitive, compliant, and resilient in an evolving and intercon- nected global market as they build better electronics for a better world. FA L L 2 0 2 5 C O M M U N I T Y M A G A Z I N E 9 Recently, Gaurab Majumdar (left) and Sanjay Huprikar (right) visited with Balaji Srimoolanathan (center) from ADS Group Ltd. ADS Group is taking a leadership role in collaborating with mul- tiple entities around the world to create communities focused on knowledge sharing and best practices.