In this episode: ByteSnap Director, Dunstan Power & Editorial Team, Nicola Cope discuss u-blox’s announcement to leave the cellular IoT module market.

This decision affects thousands of IoT devices around the world. If your products use u-blox cellular modules, you’re going to need a new plan.

We cover:
- Immediate supply chain steps to take
- Technical migration challenges you’ll face
- Strategic choices for replacement modules
- A real-world case study from the chip shortage crisis
- Strategies to stay ahead of future component obsolescence

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In this episode: ByteSnap Director, Dunstan Power & Editorial Team, Nicola Cope tackle the sobering reality that 90% of electronic products never make it to market.

This statistic affects countless innovators and businesses across the electronics industry. If you're developing a new product, you need to understand why so many fail and how to be in the successful 10%.

We cover:
•	Critical market research approaches to validate your concept early
•	Financial planning realities: why you'll need at least six figures (and twice your initial budget)
•	The prototype-to-production journey and why it's more complex than you think
•	A real-world case study of timing challenges in the IoT market
•	Strategies for building the right team and protecting your intellectual property

Whether you're a startup with a brilliant idea or an established manufacturer exploring new opportunities, this episode provides essential insights from our 17+ years of industry experience to help you beat the odds and successfully launch your electronic product.

S1 | Episode 2 | Electronic Product Development: How to Navigate the 90% Failure Rate

In this week’s episode, Editorial Team's Nicola Cope explores the remarkable stories of veteran engineers who've helped to shape our technology, drawing parallels to modern engineering challenges.

This episode shows the amazing journeys of engineers who have worked through big changes within our industry—much like today's IoT professionals facing critical industry shifts.

We cover:
- Personal stories of how veteran engineers, from RAF to Rolls-Royce, adapted in engineering
- Sharing of knowledge between the different generations in engineering
- The importance of resilience when solving tech problems

We hope you enjoy this celebration of the valuable contributions of veteran engineers. It serves as a reminder of the importance of connection with different generations. By sharing their stories, we honour not only their achievements but also highlight how valuable experience and knowledge are in shaping our world.

We’re proud to have partnered with Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin to share these inspiring stories. 
Special thanks to David, Tony, Ed & Terry and everyone at Age UK.

If you would like to learn more about Age UK and how they support older people in our community, please follow the link and find out how you can help:https://www.ageuk.org.uk/shropshireandtelford/get-involved/fundraise-for-us/


S1 | Episode 3 | Engineering Heroes

In this week's episode, host Dunstan Power speaks with Paige West, Managing Editor of Electronic Specifier, about technological obsolescence in manufacturing.

They discuss key findings from Dunstan’s new industry report, “Futureproofing Manufacturing: Tackling Obsolescence & Electronics Challenges in Industrial Manufacturing”, assessing the challenges manufacturers face with component availability, the evolving nature of obsolescence, and the importance of proactive management strategies.

The conversation highlights industry insights, future trends, and resources available for manufacturers looking to improve their obsolescence management practices.

Guest Bio: Paige West

A graduate of the University of Greenwich with a degree in English Literature, Paige West has worked in the technology and publishing industry for over ten years. As Managing Editor at Electronic Specifier for the past three years, she has combined a deep editorial expertise with a keen interest in the innovations shaping tomorrow’s world.

Passionate about advocating for women in tech, Paige champions diverse voices across the electronics sector and beyond. With a curiosity for emerging technologies and a commitment to clear, informed storytelling, she strives to spotlight the people and ideas driving progress across the global electronics landscape.

-- Download the industry report: https://www.bytesnap.com/news-blog/industrial-iot-obsolescence-risks/

S1 | EP 4 | Industry Report: IIoT and Futureproofing Manufacturing

Embedded Tech Podcast brings you the latest industry news and useful tips to enhance your embedded systems design.

Each episode offers engaging personalities, actionable insights and forward-thinking perspectives from industry leaders who understand your complex challenges. 

ByteSnap Design is a multi-award-winning electronics design consultancy with hardware/software development expertise across the embedded systems stack. 

Clients benefit from first-class designs delivered against tight timescales, due to their wealth of experience in product development. Their engineering team is trusted by companies worldwide to help develop their next generation technology products.

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