Time to Move On from Glass, Plastic and PCBs? When was the last time someone from your R&D team said, “It can’t be done”? Maybe because the part is too big, too stiff, the battery doesn’t fit, or the PCB can’t bend. Maybe it all fails when humidity is high. For...
RULES THAT STAY – PM’s NAVIGATOR Every decision should have a file. Every file should be signed or approved. The shorter the decision trail, the fewer misunderstandings. Create a rule: every technical, material, or functional decision has its place. This helps PMs...
Introduction – Less clicking, more control Printed electronics (PE) is now used more often – in flexible buttons, RFID labels, sensors, and HMI layers. We see it in home appliances, cars, and medical devices. For designers, this means new challenges. One CAD tool is...
Introduction: Sustainability is more than just a trendy word A few years ago, it was enough if a part arrived on time and was cheap. Today, sustainability is more important. Purchasing teams now have to think about more than price. We ask where the materials come...
Printed electronics help reduce waste, use less energy, and support responsible supply chains. Is sustainability just a trend – or real business value? In recent years, customers, investors, and governments expect companies to follow ESG (Environmental, Social, and...
Optimizing Printed Electronics Purchasing Costs – 7 Practical Tips A guide for purchasing managers on managing budgets effectively when buying printed electronic components. Remember during the early pandemic when suppliers in Asia vanished and sea freight cost more...