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Welcome! Today you are reading the first issue of the IEEE Industry Newsletter, published by the IEEE Industry Engagement Committee. The IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization, consisting of over 500,000 members in 190 countries worldwide. This publication is singularly focused on technology and applications in support of industry practitioners.Our readers include both those who are current members of the IEEE and those who might one day become members of the IEEE. |
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We plan to publish this newsletter on a quarterly basis with a goal to increase awareness of the many industry activities and career development opportunities for practicing engineers in every industry. With the staggering advancement of technology including wireless communications, process control and artificial intelligence, life-long learning is a necessity for any successful career. Our plan is to bring you the latest information to support your professional advancement. One feature article planned for the IEEE Industry Newsletter is “Around the Regions” highlighting industry activities in one of the ten IEEE Regions. In the article below, I have asked Mei Lin Fung to offer an update on activities in Region 6. I would also like to call your attention to our first scheduled Webinar “Holding Effective Industry Events” scheduled on Thursday 10 April 2025. We hope you will plan to register below to attend this session or if you have a scheduling conflict, can take time to listen the recorded session after. Please forward this newsletter to your industry comrades and suggest that they opt-in here to receive future issues of this newsletter. Recipients included in our IEEE Industry Newsletter mailing list will receive only the quarterly newsletter along with notification of IEEE Industry Engagement Committee sponsored events. Your one-stop website for “Everything Industry” in the IEEE including industry newsletters, webinars, career development and more is at www.industry.ieee.org/. If you have comments or questions regarding the IEEE Industry Newsletter, please feel free to contact me at [email protected]. |
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New Industry Initiatives Around the IEEE Regions |
IEEE Region 6 is one of 10 global IEEE Regions. Region 6 is pioneering the digital frontier, making it easier for all IEEE regions to navigate and benefit from industry engagement. As someone who led the IEEE triple milestone 2024 celebration - the 50th Anniversary of the Internet, the 802 Standard, and the Google PageRank Algorithm - I learned that transformative technologies don’t emerge in isolation, and IEEE has been instrumental for Industry Innovation, transforming lives on the global stage. |
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The 802 Standard is a testament to what’s possible when over 400 IEEE members across the globe work together, building the backbone of modern wireless communication. Similarly, Region 6 is forging new pathways for industry engagement, ensuring that professionals in aerospace, telecommunications, medical, transportation, and computing have a structured way to connect with IEEE. As part of this effort, IEEE has been piloting Industry oriented activities in Silicon Valley as a place where Industry members and non-members can come together for events, training, and meetings targeted towards industry engagement. Under the leadership of Director Joseph Wei, Region 6 is establishing “trading posts” in the form of AI workshops, partnerships, and Rising Stars-style initiatives, providing trail guides for those navigating the evolving tech landscape. The AI workshop in Seattle, chaired by Sherry Wen, is just one example—including the hands-on training for students at just US$30, making advanced technology education more accessible than ever. But true to the pioneer spirit, Region 6 isn’t just blazing a trail—it’s ensuring others can follow. Joseph has actively shared the successful Rising Stars model with Region 9, enabling young professionals in Latin America to gain the same career-building opportunities that have propelled engineers in North America. The partnership with SEMI to bridge individual and corporate engagement is another innovative step, demonstrating how IEEE can be the trusted platform where industry and academia converge. The tech industry is rapidly transforming the world, and IEEE must be at the center of ensuring that technology advances humanity. The challenge now is for all IEEE regions to step onto this path—together we can build the infrastructure that ensures everyone benefits. |
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Region 6 is open to work with all IEEE Regions to turn industry engagement into an open frontier, where IEEE members worldwide can find new opportunities, connections, and ways to shape the future of technology—together. If you have questions or comments, please contact me at [email protected]. |
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The Value of IEEE Credentialing Programs for Industry Practitioners |
Through the IEEE Learning Network and the IEEE Credentialing Program, IEEE offers various workforce development options that are designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills to meet current and future job demands. The IEEE Credentialing Program within the IEEE Educational Activities Board has been issuing credit-bearing certificates for more than 30 years. |
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The program allows IEEE units and vetted technical learning providers to supply credentials that bear the IEEE logo. Credentials that can be issued through the IEEE Credentialing Program include certificates, digital badges, and micro credentials. While certificates and digital badges are typically awarded after the completion of a full training course or a series of courses, micro credentials are not based on completing a full learning program but rather are awarded when an individual proves mastery of one or more specific skills. Further, an individual might earn multiple micro credentials in a single program based on the demonstrated skills. In addition to being verifiable and sharable, micro credentials can be stacked to show a growing skillset in an area. Training providers that want to offer standardized IEEE micro credentials can apply to the IEEE Credentialing Program to become approved. Applications are reviewed by a committee to ensure that the provider is credible, offers training in IEEE’s fields of interest, has qualified instructors, and has well-defined assessments. Once a provider is approved, IEEE will work with it on the credentialing needs for each course offered, including the selection of skills to be recognized, designing the micro credentials, and creating a credential-issuing process. Upon successful completion of the program assessments by learners, IEEE will issue the micro credentials on behalf of the training provider. |
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IEEE Premier Corporate Members – Access to IEEE Content and Technology Experts |
The IEEE PREMIER Program aims to provide companies solutions and a good return on investment (ROI) through all of IEEE’s products and services. The Platinum, Gold, and Silver levels are customized to meet the companies’ and enterprises’ requirements so no plan is the same for every member. The IEEE PREMIER is available globally and serves small, medium, and large corporations. Current members include Lockheed Martin, Boeing, OPPO, TMEIC, and Shemar. |
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Let’s talk and find out about how the IEEE PREMIER program can work for you and your company. Please reach out to Jim Ramirez at [email protected] for a one-on-one consultation or visit premier.ieee.org. |
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IEEE Offers a Platform for Next Generation Telecommunications System Collaboration |
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The IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed is a cutting-edge platform designed to help companies accelerate the development, testing, and commercialization of next-generation wireless technologies. |
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Whether you’re using 5G to operationalize your facilities, or developing new products and services for 5G networks, the IEEE Testbed provides private and secure access to advanced tools that will help you refine and validate solutions for professionals in telecom, healthcare, manufacturing, smart cities, automotive, and more. As a hybrid-cloud platform designed for industry use cases, the 5G/6G Innovation Testbed brings speed and flexibility to your development process: |
- Efficient, economical 5G testing within the 3GPP standards ecosystem
- Integrate your hardware and software into the platform
- Collaborate with partners on interoperability and functional testing
- Customize the architecture to your specific needs
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The 5G/6G Innovation Testbed draws on IEEE’s status as a neutral and trusted global technical association to expand access to 5G testing and development tools and create an environment where multiple industry verticals can realize the potential of 5G technology. Learn more and get involved today: testbed.ieee.org. For more information, please contact [email protected]. |
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How to Conduct Effective IEEE Industry Events |
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Join the IEEE Industry Engagement Committee (IEC) webinar "Holding Effective Industry Events." A chance to learn firsthand from industry leaders about best practices for organizing impactful events in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Who should attend? The intended audience is IEEE members who are responsible for Industry Events and Engagement on behalf of their Societies, Councils, Technical Communities, and Regions. All others interested in how IEEE interacts with Industry are welcome.
Panelists:
Dan Isaacs – CTO, Digital Twin Consortium Scott McCormick – President & CEO, Connected Vehicle Trade Association Joachim G. Taiber – Managing Director, International Alliance for Mobility Testing & Standardization Adam Drobot – Chair, IEEE IES World Technology Summit Focus Working Group (Host & Moderator)
Register here
Date: 10 April 2025 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM US EDT |
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