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by the increased productivity and reduced labor requirements that can be achieved with auto- mated assembly technologies and robotic equipment. Reshoring enhances control


and protection of intellectual property such as patents of inno- vative designs, trade secrets, and technologies, and is an impor- tant part of maintaining a com- petitive advantage. Dealing with offshore manufacturers leads to exposure to different laws and regulations. In many countries there are no effective safeguards


in place and protective actions simply don’t exist. This makes it easy for unscrupulous operators to steal intellectual property without worries about repercus- sions.


Overall, the electronics man -


u facturing industry is witnessing a notable shift towards reshoring, with the U.S. reclaiming its posi- tion as a significant player.


Rapid Iterative Innovation Cycles


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process. It involves dividing the product development process in- to the following four discrete phases. These phases are repeat- ed until ready to move onto the next sequential step, ensuring that all design and strategic goals are met. Proof of concept, an essen-


tial part of early-stage planning is conducted to demonstrate to all stakeholders that an idea is viable. A formal presentation is typically created to pitch to in- vestors for the purpose of seek- ing funding. Rapid prototyping, the fast


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