Mike Konrad, President, Aqueous Technologies

Teradyne pioneered multi-site test technology in their semiconductor test platforms to test multiple die and packaged parts in parallel. In 2014 we introduced that feature into our production board test systems, increasing system productivity 2-4 TIMES that of conventional systems.

That revolutionary technology delivers reduced test time and higher ATE productivity, ideal for makers of high volume boards and panels striving for lower cost. We will continue to enhance this technology to help manufacturers lower their recurring cost of test in 2015.

We're planning more new models and options that further benefit operating cost, improve productivity and increase customer system utilization. We see an increased need for these products particularly in automotive, consumer and server applications.

2015 will bring fresh challenges in electronics manufacturing. Reduced growth and higher wage costs threaten the competitiveness of China PCBA manufacturing. On the flip side, Mexico appears to be a manufacturing bright spot next year, particularly for US destined electronics.