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Requirements management is a structured process for collecting, prioritizing, validating, and testing requirements throughout the development life cycle. It helps electronics development companies implement product requirements, collaborate successfully, and reduce costly errors. Every successful product meets a well-defined set of requirements. Even if a product is simple, the requirements are known by the designer and will be consciously...

Effective Bill of Materials (BOM) management has emerged as a cornerstone of PCB design excellence. As products across markets utilize new technologies and more complex components, the role of BOM development and management has evolved from a basic listing task to a complex and strategically important job. This shift is reshaping how companies approach PCB design, influencing everything from initial concept to final production. A comprehensive...

Managing PCB (Printed Circuit Board) project Bills of Materials (BOMs) using manual methods such as spreadsheets is still a common practice for many design teams. However, these traditional approaches are fraught with issues that can have serious implications for the success of design projects. Relying on manual tools for BOM management introduces inefficiencies, risks, and miscommunication that can delay production, inflate costs, and even...

A requirements traceability matrix (RTM) is a document used in electronic product development to track requirements and their implementation. RTMs are large tables that record requirements and all the information associated with them, including design documents, schematics, and tests.  They help engineers and designers to collaborate with project stakeholders and ensure that the project’s output aligns with its objectives.  What Is Requirements...

In the fast-paced world of electronics design, keeping projects on track can be a complex and time-consuming task. This makes the integration of project management and design tools essential for maintaining efficiency and accuracy across teams. The Altium 365 Jira Integration provides a seamless, bi-directional sync between the two platforms, streamlining task management and improving project visibility. This deep dive into the key features of...

One of the most common reasons for delays in PCB assembly, as well as extra costs, is errors in parts information in a BOM. There are plenty of reasons errors can arise in a BOM, ranging from a simple part number mistake to missing environmental compliance data or marking parts as DNP. Omitting this data creates new liabilities for manufacturers and can lead to incorrect part ordering by the electronic component procurement team. Staying on...

A Bill of Materials (BOM) is a comprehensive list of all components, assemblies, and sub-assemblies required to manufacture a product. It’s an absolutely essential document that helps companies bridge the gap between traditionally siloed design and production teams to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness throughout the product life cycle. A well-structured BOM management process, aided by BOM management software, ensures that all...

The acceleration of technological innovation, the complexity of global supply chains, and emerging environmental and safety regulations have dramatically increased the likelihood of critical components becoming obsolete during a product's lifecycle. Raw material shortages and supplier bankruptcies further contribute to increased electronic component obsolescence. For engineering managers, proactively managing obsolescence risk is essential to...

Electronic integrated circuits (ICs) are known by various names, such as microchips, computer chips, or compact electronic chips. Whatever you call them, these mini powerhouses are the driving force behind many of the devices we rely on daily, including computers, smartphones, and televisions. But what exactly are integrated circuits, and why are they so important? Come with us as we explore what integrated circuits are, the different types...