Success amid the ruins. (On the Line).(Editorial)

While much of today's electronics manufacturing landscape resembles a scarred battlefield, some solid success stories really exist and are waiting to be told. Although each story is unique, a common thread involves a set of individuals who undertook considerable risk to defy all odds and live personal dreams.

Simply put, economic conditions over the past three years have spawned a climate ripe for those who dare to capitalize. Skilled experts are available in many disciplines, almost-new capital equipment can be purchased at deeply discounted prices and competition is l