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Citation
(2000), "Du Pont focuses on information technologies", Microelectronics International, Vol. 17 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/mi.2000.21817cab.026
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2000, MCB UP Limited
Du Pont focuses on information technologies
Du Pont focuses on information technologies
Keywords Du Pont, Information technology
Du Pont's Photopolymer & Electronic Materials business unit is changing its name to Du Pont iTechnologies, to better reflect its focus on innovative applications within the rapidly growing information technology markets.
Du Pont vice-president and general manager John C. Hodgson said, "This is more than a simple name change. We are positioning ourselves to be a major player in the global information age".
Du Pont iTechnologies comprises technology-driven businesses that provide differentiated, materials-enabled solutions for essentially all of the world's leading manufacturers of electronic components and assemblies, packaging graphics and producers of high-end commercial printing.
"Our products allow our customers to do all kinds of smart things … create precise patterns on substrates that range from silicon to paper; develop electronic circuitry that is flexible and can be folded; produce a wristwatch, pager, or cell phone that can be seen in low light, or even in the dark; miniaturize all forms of electronic devices; reduce cycle time from concept to printed page or package, thereby significantly reducing time to market.
"We are already a player in this market. All of our customers are involved in the flow of information, whether it is in creation, manipulation, distribution, or display. So, the 'i' in Du Pont i-Technologies clearly stands for information. But, it can also mean innovation, integrated, interactive or impact. And we do intend to have a major impact on the information age, comparable to that of Intel, for example. In five years, we want people to note that Du Pont is an integral part of their products, and that these products have made a tremendous impact on their lives or businesses".