Product DeZign Session: Collaboration is the essence of successful product development.

On March 28, 2024, we hosted our first event, dedicated to the essence of successful product development. The theme was 'Collaboration' and that truly set the tone for the day. With over 50 participants from various sectors but sharing a common goal, the turnout was excellent and the atmosphere was fantastic!

Opening Keynote: Cees Mager, CEO of Triple Solar

The event began with a keynote from Cees Mager, CEO of Triple Solar. Triple Solar is the inventor of the PVT heat pump and the corresponding PVT heat pump panels. Following that, Olivier, Lead Research & Design Engineer at Zign emphasized the importance of collaboration: The Magic of embedded product development. The significance of partnering throughout the product development process was highlighted through inspiring breakout sessions by our event partners.


Key Sessions

Human-centred innovation - How to develop desirable and user friendly products? By Harm Hogenbirk (Pilotfish)

Human-centered innovation focuses on designing products that prioritize the needs, desires and limitations of users. By keeping people at the heart of the creation process, it aims to deliver solutions that are innovative, intuitive and accessible, ensuring user satisfaction.

Our vision sees the interaction between humans and machines as a source of unique experiences, shaped by cultural and environmental factors. As humanity evolves and technology advances, new needs and expectations emerge, transforming how people perceive and value these experiences.

Our goal is to foster innovation driven by meaningful user involvement.

To achieve this, we commit to deeply understanding human needs, interests and concerns. Ensuring every innovation truly connects with those it serves.

Seamless integration between mechanics and electronics. By Paul Hendrikx (ManGo Product Design)

Through seamless integration of mechanics and electronics, we aim to solve meaningful problems and create opportunities for all, propelling humanity and our planet forward.

Our mission is to make cutting-edge technology accessible and user-friendly by delivering exceptional product designs that empower our clients and enrich lives.

PCB manufacturing – How does it work?  By Erwin Lemmens (AQC B.V.)

Creating a printed circuit board (PCB) involves a structured process to ensure functionality and reliability. It begins with defining the requirements, followed by designing a schematic that outlines the electronic circuit. Next, constraints and rules are established to guide the design and routing is performed to map out electrical connections. The layer stack-up is organized to structure the PCB's multiple layers effectively. Once the design is complete, it undergoes validation to confirm it meets requirements and a detailed review to ensure accuracy. The finalized design is then converted into Gerber files for manufacturing, accompanied by comprehensive documentation to support production and assembly.

How to find, get and keep the best components for your product?  By Arco Snoey (TOP-electronics)

Bridging the gap between customer and manufacturer starts early in the development process. During the concept and feasibility study phase, the customer’s system architect and sales team work together to evaluate the feasibility and viability of the use case. Our role is to support this process by focusing on the key components of the V-model diagram, providing expert guidance to ensure the selection of the best components for the product.


Key Takeaways: A visual summary

What’s next?

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