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Requirements Traceability How Requirements Traceability Enhances Accuracy and Reduces Rework The word "traceability" is pretty self-explanatory, and more organizations strive to improve this in light of recent supply chain disruptions. In the context of printed circuit board (PCB) design requirements, it can provide unique benefits—minimizing the frequency of reworks and encouraging more input from sourcing teams to understand where faults lie. Generally, an end product defect falls on the shoulders of its designers, but requirements Read Article
Electronic Component Sourcing with Requirements Documentation Improving Electronic Component Sourcing with Requirements Documentation In electronics manufacturing, the sourcing of components for printed circuit boards is a critical task that can significantly impact the success of a project. One of the most effective ways to streamline this process is using requirements documentation applications. These tools enable PCB designers to create detailed design requirements that can be attached to specific components within the PCB design files. This article explores the benefits of Read Article
Model-Based Systems Engineering in the Era of Digital Twins Model-Based Systems Engineering in the Era of Digital Twins: A Paradigm Shift in PCB and Electronics Design In electronics and printed circuit board (PCB) design, the integration of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Twins has emerged as a groundbreaking approach. This confluence is not only reshaping traditional design and engineering practices but also offering unprecedented levels of precision, efficiency, and innovation. With electronics systems becoming increasingly complex, MBSE and Digital Twins provide engineers with the tools Read Article
How Requirements Traceability Drives Quality and Compliance How Requirements Traceability Drives Quality and Compliance Imagine discovering a critical design flaw in your product after it's already in production. Worse still, imagine trying to trace the origin of that flaw through thousands of requirements, design decisions, and modifications spread across multiple systems and teams. This nightmare scenario plays out more often than most electronics companies care to admit, leading to costly recalls, damaged reputations, and missed market opportunities. The Read Article
AI requirements management 4 Ways AI Is Transforming Requirements Management AI is transforming requirements management, helping engineers summarize, organize, and analyze complex documentation. Discover ways AI simplifies this process. Read Article
Steps to Accelerate the Development of Complex Products 6 Steps to Accelerate the Development of Complex Products This blog summarizes the key lessons from the presentation at Iteration22; “Joe Justice, Wikispeed - Everyone Must Be a Chief Engineer at SpaceX.” Read on and learn how to speed up the development of complex products. Read Article
Automating Requirements: How Altium 365 is Changing Engineering Automating Requirements: How Altium 365 Is Changing Engineering Unlock the power of Altium 365 with automated requirements management! In this episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Louise Linblad, VP of Product for Systems Engineering, and Gonçalo Ivo, Head of Product for Requirements & Systems Portal, to explore the revolutionary new tool for automating requirements within the Altium ecosystem. Discover how Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal is designed to streamline Read Article
What Is Requirements Management What Is Requirements Management? 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 Read Article
What is Product Lifecycle Management What is Product Lifecycle Management? Wondering what is Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)? Read and learn the stages and benefits of a properly implemented product lifecycle management system. Mark Harris shares his knowledge to streamline processes and maximize efficiencies during product development and production. Read Article
What is the difference between ECAD software and MCAD software? How do they work together to foster ECAD-MCAD collaboration? What Is the Difference Between ECAD and MCAD Software? Mark Harris gives us an introduction to the difference between ECAD and MCAD software in this article. Use the best PCB design software for ECAD/MCAD integration. Read Article
Solder Bridge Jumper Best Practices in PCB Design What Is a Solder Bridge? Best Practices in PCB Design A PCB variant is often simply thought of as a new layout created from an old design. However, if you’re creative with your routing and layout, you can use a solder bridge jumper to configure portions of a single PCB layout for multiple variants. This lets you quickly create variants of a PCB layout without rerouting traces or changing your schematics. If you plan to use jumpers in your PCB layout, there are some important guidelines to follow to Read Article
Multi-CAD Support Legacy Product Maintenance Multi-CAD Support Aids Legacy Product Maintenance Multi-CAD support makes managing legacy product designs easy. Access, collaborate, and maintain design data across CAD formats for long product lifecycles. Read Article
0:59:11 Electronic Design Dream Team: Breaking Down Silos From Concept to Production Watch the webinar to experience the synergy of Altium 365, Duro, and Requirements & Systems Portal in one unified workflow! Watch Video
What Is a Requirements Traceability Matrix What Is a Requirements Traceability Matrix? 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 Read Article
0:47:14 Introducing the New Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal Watch the webinar to learn about the new application joining the Altium 365 suite. Requirements & Systems Portal will help align engineering teams to get to market quicker. Watch Video
Design Data and Requirements for Faster Design and Fewer Errors How Do I Connect Design Data and Requirements for Faster Design and Fewer Errors? The intricacies of electronic design and the challenges they present have never been more pronounced. As devices become more interconnected, the need for efficient, error-free design processes becomes paramount. Modern electronic design challenges emphasize the importance of connecting design data with requirements. With tools like Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal powered by AI intelligence, you can manage complexities faster and with Read Article
Introducing Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal Introducing Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal (RSP) We are excited to announce the launch of the Valispace-powered Requirements & Systems Portal (RSP) within Altium 365. This new capability empowers engineering teams to manage requirements directly within the Altium 365 ecosystem, streamlining the entire electronics design process from concept to manufacturing. Altium 365 Requirements & Systems Portal, developed after Altium’s acquisition of Valispace, integrates AI-driven requirements management Read Article