Penang, Malaysia – Rapidly growing electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, ESCATEC, today announced a new partnership with Omnics that will add advanced capabilities in Demand and Forecast Management, Clear-to-Build/Material Simulation, and Planning, to the Group’s global operations.

By adopting Omnics’ cutting-edge AI-driven platform, ESCATEC will gain the capability to digitise and streamline its planning processes, thus enabling proactive and data-driven decision-making that reduces operational costs, improves cash-to-cash cycles, and mitigates supply chain risks. This initiative will also establish a world-class Supply Chain and Operational Data Intelligence hub at ESCATEC, designed to serve as a long-term competitive differentiator.

"We are excited to partner with Omnics to accelerate our digital transformation journey. Their platform gives us the tools to better anticipate demand, optimise material availability, and improve operational efficiency. This collaboration will allow us to serve our customers with greater speed, accuracy, and resilience, strengthening our competitive position in the global marketplace," said ESCATEC COO, Alessandro Marinai.

The Group’s CEO, Charles-Alexandre Albin, further stressed the focus on expanding its global production footprint and capabilities for customers that are bringing new technologies and products to market.

"Today’s OEMs face unprecedented complexity, products with hundreds or thousands of unique parts, each requiring flawless coordination. Our investment in Omnics reflects our commitment to mastering that complexity, so we can help customers bring their most ambitious, bespoke ideas to life," reiterated Albin.

Headquartered on Penang Island, Malaysia, ESCATEC offers a full spectrum of EMS services - from design & development to certification to mass manufacturing and after-sales support - across electronics, mechatronics, machining, microelectronics, box build, and plastic moulding.

The Group’s production network currently comprises of four facilities in Malaysia, two in the Czech Republic, one in the United Kingdom, a site for advanced microelectronics in Switzerland, and one in Bulgaria. It further operates a Design & Development (D&D) Centre in Switzerland and has strategic partnerships in Croatia and the United States.

"This initiative is another step in fulfilling our mission of enabling customer success by delivering innovative products that move the world forward," said Albin.

California-based Omnics echoes this commitment, with CEO Akhil Oltikar noting that ESCATEC’s commitment towards a data-driven and agile supply chain aligns perfectly with Omnics’ own mission. "We are proud to bring our expertise and technology to support their vision of operational excellence. Together, we will create a foundation of intelligence and visibility that not only addresses today’s challenges but also positions ESCATEC for long-term growth and innovation," he said.

Further enquiries or requests for interviews / photos / comments, etc., can be directed to Mr. Rajeshpal Singh, Corporate Marketing & Communications Manager, at rajeshpal.singh@escatec.com, Tel: +604 6113 456.

Innominds and SIIX Corporation have formed a joint venture to establish SIIX-Innominds Pvt. Ltd. in India. The joint venture will provide full-stack Original Design & Manufacturing (ODM) services across Device, Cloud, and AI. The partnership aims to accelerate product innovation and streamline the Spec-to-Ship journey for global customers.

The partnership is part of Innominds’ long-term commitment to drive intelligent, full-stack, Device to Cloud solution development across various sectors, including Hi-tech, Automotive, Med-tech, and Manufacturing.

Leadership insights

Anil Kumar Katakam, Partner & Chief Operating Officer, Innominds, said, “The SIIX-Innominds collaboration further strengthens our offerings and provides clients with an end-to-end platform that eliminates fragmentation in product development, reduces risks, costs, and time-to-market while ensuring the highest quality standards. Together, we enable OEMs to focus on strategy and R&D, while we deliver execution at scale.”

Kazuya Hiraoka, Chief Operating Officer & President, SIIX Corporation, added: “Our global manufacturing excellence, strategic sourcing, and fulfilment capabilities, combined with our role as Global Business Organiser and Innominds’ design and AI expertise, form a compelling value proposition for strategic partners across the globe. With this partnership, we aim to provide customers full-stack Original Design & Manufacturing (ODM) services from concept to production supported by a one-stop strategic partner.”

Capabilities and global reach

The company offers AI-driven device-to-cloud solutions, hardware, software, and industrial design, along with 12+ best-in-class manufacturing facilities worldwide. Its unified spec-to-ship process minimises technical risk and reduces time-to-market. The company has a global reach, supporting OEMs with local sourcing and fulfilment across Asia-Pacific, Japan, the Americas, and Europe.

PALO ALTO, CA – Arch Systems, the leading provider of AI-powered data and analytics solutions for manufacturing operations, today announced a strategic partnership with NMTronics to implement next-generation AI-driven intelligence in all manufacturing sites of SyrmaSGS Technology Limited to boost productivity, improve quality, and reduce costs.

SyrmaSGS’s adoption of Arch’s AI-driven platform underscores Arch’s role as a trusted partner to the world’s top manufacturers. SyrmaSGS is deploying the Arch Platform across its facilities to provide production teams with real-time, AI-powered insights. Early results show higher line utilization, less downtime, and improved quality.

“Our partnership with NMTronics and Arch Systems brings AI-driven intelligence directly to our production lines, and will make all our manufacturing sites at par with Global EMS benchmarks,” said Mr. JS Gujral, Co-Founder & Managing Director, SyrmaSGS Technology Limited. “Having real-time, prescriptive insights at the shopfloor level helps our teams act faster, improve equipment uptime, and deliver consistent quality across our facilities.”

By uniting Arch’s AI-driven manufacturing intelligence with NMTronics’ India market leadership and local expertise, the partnership enables Indian manufacturers to achieve operational excellence without costly infrastructure overhauls.

“India’s manufacturing growth is accelerating, and NMTronics is uniquely positioned to help customers adopt next-generation solutions,” said Andrew Scheuermann,
Co-Founder and CEO of Arch Systems. “Together, we can deliver measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, and quality while driving down costs.”

“Arch’s AI-driven platform is a natural fit for our portfolio,” said Soni Saran Singh, Founder, Managing Director & CEO of NMTronics India. “Combined with our nationwide presence and technical expertise, we can help customers increase output, reduce waste, and strengthen their competitive position.”

Arch’s Platform connects to virtually any shopfloor machine or system, unlocking data for real-time monitoring, advanced analytics, and prescriptive guidance. With Arch AI acting as an expert copilot, operators, engineers, and executives alike gain

insights that improve yield, optimize utilization, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Together, Arch and NMTronics deliver the intelligence and support manufacturers need to compete in an increasingly data-driven global market.
This collaboration marks another milestone in Arch Systems’ global expansion strategy, underscoring its commitment to enabling manufacturers worldwide to achieve operational excellence through data and AI.

About Arch Systems

Arch Systems transforms factory intelligence with AI-driven solutions that help manufacturers optimize operations, reduce downtime, and maximize efficiency. Purpose-built for factories by manufacturing and data experts, Arch AI acts as an expert copilot, reading dashboards, synthesizing data, and delivering real-time, prescriptive guidance to operators, engineers, and executives without costly infrastructure overhauls.

About Syrma SGS Technology Ltd

Syrma SGS Technology Ltd is a leading electronics manufacturing services provider offering turnkey engineering and manufacturing solutions. Serving diverse sectors including automotive, healthcare, industrial appliances, IT, consumer products, and railways, Syrma operates multiple manufacturing facilities across India, with R&D centers in Chennai, Gurgaon, and Stuttgart, Germany.

About NMTronics India Pvt. Limited

NMTronics equips manufacturers, from innovative startups to Fortune 500 enterprises, with advanced capital equipment and technology. NMTronics provides a single-window solution, specializing in Surface Mount Technology (SMT), solar energy systems, EV solutions, and high-precision automation. NMTronics’ integrated approach combines over 25 years of sales, service, and engineering, leveraging technology from over 40 global partners to deliver comprehensive solutions. NMTronics is your Partners in Technology.

Baltimore, MD – September 2025 – The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI), a trusted provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions, and The Training Connection LLC (TTC-LLC) will exhibit at PCB West 2025, taking place Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in California. Visitors are invited to Booth 113 to explore the companies’ complementary expertise in test engineering services and workforce development for the electronics industry.

TTCI delivers high-reliability test development and turnkey solutions for industries where precision is critical, including aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR-registered provider, TTCI supports both high-mix and high-volume production with comprehensive services such as:

• In-Circuit Test (ICT) development and board testing for Keysight (Agilent) 3070 and Teradyne TestStation/GR228X platforms
• Flying Probe Testing with Digitaltest MTS-500 and Seica Pilot V8 systems for flexible prototype and low-volume inspection
• Boundary-Scan Testing using XJTAG and Keysight x1149 tools for non-intrusive diagnostics
• Functional Test Development with Keysight TS-5000/TS-8900 and InteFun2700 platforms for complete product validation
• Specialty test accessories including Feasa LED Analyzer and SMH FlashRunner microcontroller programmer

With more than 45 years of hands-on expertise, TTCI enables manufacturers to accelerate time-to-market, ensure product quality, and streamline production workflows.

Alongside TTCI, attendees can also meet with The Training Connection LLC (TTC-LLC), a leader in professional development and certification for the electronics manufacturing industry. TTC-LLC provides training in Electronics, SMT Manufacturing, Test Engineering, and Quality, helping professionals stay competitive in today’s fast-evolving market. As an active member of IPC and SMTA, TTC-LLC offers industry-recognized programs from its offices in Hunt Valley, MD, Baldwin, MD, and Tampa, FL, making training accessible nationwide.

Together, TTCI and TTC-LLC bring a powerful combination of technical expertise and workforce training—equipping customers with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in the electronics sector.

To schedule a meeting or learn more, visit https://ttci.com/ and https://ttc-llc.us/.

About The Test Connection Inc.

The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI) is a leading provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions, serving a diverse range of industries. With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, TTCI also believes in giving back to the community through meaningful charitable initiatives. For more information, visit www.ttci.com.