2006 Industry Vision Forecast

摘要

Overall, 2005 has been a profitable year for surface mount technology. Judging by the experts quoted in this forecast, continued and more robust growth is predicted for companies in 2006. No year is without problems and it seems those that weigh on the minds of the industry for 2006 include handling a dispersed, globally diverse operation; complying with the RoHS Directive; working with smaller and larger components; and the fear of a weaker dollar driving costs higher. However, it seems that most experts find this an exciting time of flourishing growth, expanding personnel, company expansion, creating new and strengthened partnerships and growing profits. In this issue, we bring you industry responses to the question, "What's Happening in Your Company in 2006?" In our February e-newsletter, the same experts will respond to the question, "What Challenges Do You Foresee for Your Company in 2006?"