Simon Leyland
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Overcoming the Challenges of Implementing CI/CD in Hardware-Software Development
While we're not yet building the cybernetic technology seen in sci-fi films, the boundary between hardware and software is increasingly becoming a blur. From autonomous vehicles and wearable tech to medical devices and smart home innovations, these products are changing the way we live. But the real challenge isn’t the innovation we see on the surface—it's the process that takes these concepts from design to market, successfully integrating both hardware and software.
5 Feature Prioritization Strategies Industrial Manufacturers Can Borrow from Tech Giants
Industrial manufacturers are traditionally known for long product development cycles, making it challenging to master feature prioritization or stay competitive. Even with long product development cycles, manufacturers have a lot of room to improve their product development process; it just requires a shift in mindset, culture, and strategy. Organizations that want to become more agile at meeting customer needs and keeping up with the competition can look to tech giants that have mastered feature prioritization for effective strategies.
Beyond the Hype: Designing Innovation That Delivers
Innovation drives progress and keeps companies ahead of the competition. But not all innovation is created equal. When businesses chase new technology just to appear advanced—without grounding it in real customer needs—they risk disappointing or even losing their audience.
How to Excel as a Manufacturing Product Manager in the Age of AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic asset but a tool actively used across manufacturing organizations, from factories to administration to product development. This means that product managers need to adapt to AI to help their organization succeed in an ever-evolving industry. Learning to use AI tools effectively can make product development more efficient. Not only can AI be a tool that enhances product decision-making, but it can also enhance strategic execution.
6 Best Practices for Selecting Product Roadmap Software
Selecting the right product roadmap software is a crucial decision for any product team. The right tool can streamline planning, improve communication, and ensure alignment between teams and stakeholders. However, with so many options available, choosing the best software for your needs requires careful consideration. This article discusses the six best practices to guide you through the selection process.
Smart Manufacturing in 2025: Key Trends Shaping the Future
Innovation in manufacturing never stops, but the start of a new year is the perfect time to take stock of emerging advancements, industry buzz, and the trends set to shape the future. In 2025, smart manufacturing trends will continue evolving, with groundbreaking technologies and operational shifts influencing how companies plan for the year ahead. Whether these trends inspire new strategies or reinforce existing ones, staying informed is key to maintaining a competitive edge in an ever-changing industry.
How Manufacturing Product Managers Can Use Custom AI RAG for Smarter Decision-Making
The Role of Custom AI RAG in Smarter Product Decisions
The manufacturing sector has a lot to benefit from developments in artificial intelligence (AI). From automating routine and repetitive tasks to gaining insight from data analysis, each breakthrough in technology creates new opportunities to bring value to product development. Retrieval-Augmented generation (RAG) is an example of a powerful emerging tool for product decision-making. By combining AI-generated insights with real-time data retrieval, RAG enhances the accuracy and relevance of AI-driven responses.
Managing Complexity: How Aerospace Manufacturers Can Better Manage Their Product Portfolios
From a product perspective, the manufacturing industry faces increasing challenges both accelerating iterative development and tracking physical and digital features across complex lifecycles. The more components and features products have, the greater the complexity of developing a viable, customer-focused end product. One industry in particular that is renowned for its complexity is the aerospace industry.
Why Digital Twins in Manufacturing Are Useful for Product Improvement
Digital twins in manufacturing rapidly emerged as one of the most impactful innovations today. They’re used in everything from vehicles to machinery to electronic devices because they can capture user data without the need to be in their presence.
Bridging the Gap Between Market Demands and Product Strategy in Automotive Manufacturing
The automotive industry is in the midst of rapid transformation driven by several factors that complicate product development, including customer behaviors, technological advancements, and the pressure to diversify.
Introducing Interval Roadmaps: Product Roadmap Innovation at Your Fingertips
Our new Interval Roadmap converts our dashboards into a streamlined vertical roll-up, clearly displaying product plans by time intervals.
Now, your product management teams can easily understand and monitor their development plans by month, quarter or year, over a 1-, 3-, or 5-year timeframe.
A Guide to Platform Organizations and Their Evolution
The structure of an organization defines its hierarchy, communication flow, and allocation of responsibilities, fundamentally shaping its efficiency and effectiveness. A well-designed organizational structure is crucial as it directly influences decision-making processes, operational efficiency, and employee morale.
An optimal structure not only supports the organization's strategic goals but also enhances its ability to adapt to changing market dynamics and external pressures.