Earle Foster

September 23, 2025

Engineering teams must often choose between COTS systems that may not entirely meet requirements and fully custom designs that are more than they need. This article outlines how semi-custom is the solution. By combining proven components with specific customizations, semi-custom solutions reduce execution risk, accelerate delivery, streamline compliance-readiness, and provide long-term lifecycle support.

Stephanie Van Ness , Holly Mae Casdorph

February 13, 2025

When we think of UX design, sleek smartphones and intuitive apps often come to mind. But what about the unsung heroes of the design world—embedded devices? From medical equipment to industrial machinery, these specialized interfaces power critical tasks across industries. Yet, designing for them presents unique challenges that demand creativity, empathy and precision.