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The article discusses 5G networks have introduced technologies such as ultra-reliable low latency communication (URLLC) and time sensitive networking (TSN) support to address a host of time critical networking needs.

The article focuses on the causes of cost issues and delay in the Air Warfare Destroyer program of Australia which according to a forensic audit released on May 22, 2015 will run about 2 billion dollars over budget and be nearly three years late. The causes include immature design selection and low change resistance, poor program management structures, and poor industrial productivity.

The article focuses on the goal of semiconductor companies to balance product yield, quality and productivity to produce more good units per hour. It is stated that companies can align their goals for yield, quality and productivity by accessing and analyzing real time data on the manufacturing operation. It says that big data solutions enable companies to pinpoint test program issues, develop test protocols, and increase tester productivity.

The article focuses on the new dimension for health and safety performance measurement through the management of organisational competence. It states that an accident data was used as lagging indicators because it can be easily measured and collected to represent to relevant departments and organisations. It says that a commitment and policy from senior management are required to implement, assess, and manage organisational competence to construct an existing management system framework.

The article highlights the significance of empowerment leadership to influence safety culture in Great Britain. It mentions the impact of executives' preference to act in a transformational way about productivity than safety to address important priorities. Moreover, the need for employees to get involve in things like risk assessment and job design is also emphasized.

The article discusses the use of software tools such as Test Assistant and TestStats in improving test efficiency and test operation productivity. Both software tools from DIT-MCO International provide an engineering environment for manufacturers and end users testing complex products. In addition, the tools offer testing solutions for complex wired assemblies and establish a database that can be used for detailed analysis. Specifically, TestAssistant accommodates an engineering change order (ECO) or other design update, by importing the wiring changes.

The article discusses the reduction of error vector magnitude (EVM) production test time and identification of failure mechanisms. The time need for EVM testing can be lessened substantially through the development of algorithms that take advantage of the new ATE architecture. Traditional EVM measurements performed during the development stage utilize a similar training process for each test to check the capability of the integrated circuits to correct itself. EVM test is becoming a requirement for multiple-input multiple-output/orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (MIMI/OFDM) devices because of its capability to test the system-level performance.

Analyzes the benefits of choosing the right equipment for carrying out RF tests for semiconductor devices. Focus on the high speed communications between instruments and computers; Highlights of the RF power transistor tests; Importance of synchronizing instruments; Knowledgeable use of multi-function instruments to reduce the test costs and to improve manufacturing productivity.

The article presents information on spiral antennas for broadband applications. Enhanced performance is needed from antennas, radomes and other microwave components to support ever-increasing functionality for military communications, electronic warfare (EW), electronic intelligence (ELINT), signal intelligence (SIGINT) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) measurement applications. Although spiral antennas have nearly constant input impedance over very broad bandwidths, their useful bandwidth is usually limited by radiation efficiency at low frequencies.

The article discusses the views of Stephen Timms, British Politician, on Great Britain's Labour Party health and safety promises for the next British parliamentary term as of January 2015 that at the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) conference in 2013. Topics discussed include information on No Time to Lose campaign for occupational safety, funding for the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), regulation for occupational safety, and promoting high industrial productivity.

The article reports on developments related to commercial markets in the U.S. The worldwide Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems market in consumer electronics will grow from $727 million in 2006 to over $1 billion by 2009 due to its large applications. In-Stat research claims that worldwide semiconductor revenue is to grow 7.9 percent to $267.3 billion. Strategy Analytics Automotive Electronics reveals one percent penetration rates for advanced driver assistance systems in light vehicle production.

The article reports on the guidelines for health and safety offences released by the Sentencing Council in England that require corporate defendants to provide sufficient financial information so that the courts can assess what they can afford to pay in fine and costs. Topics discussed include information on R & S Recycling that receive large quantities of paper, plastic, and card, showing the management accounts to show the up-to-date position, and information on net profit and loss.

The article reports on Implementing manufacturing science solutions to increase equipment productivity and fab performance (IMPROVE), a joint research project of 25 European countries. The project is intended to increase the productivity of the semiconductor industry and reduce operating costs and processing time. It is also noted that the program which has a monetary value of 37.7 million euros is funded in part by the European Commission.