PATCA BOARD NEWS In this PATCA Newsletter we highlight several noteworthy and exciting activities which are and have been occurring in PATCA. First, a shout out to PATCA’s long-serving former […]
Fall 2026 Newsletter
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Lessons from a Thermo Fisher Agile Hardware Transformation
Many Agile methods were developed for software organizations and assume conditions that do not exist in hardware development. Applying those methods without adaptation can create confusion and disappointing results. Dr. […]
PATCA – the Place to Find AI Experts
AI expertise is easy to claim. Proven expertise is harder to find. PATCA helps bring qualified consultants and organizations that need their expertise together. For companies looking for AI expertise, […]
AI-Driven Electrical Schematic Analysis
CADY Solutions uses AI-driven schematic analysis to identify design risks early, reduce costly PCB re-spins, and accelerate time-to-production. In this session, Gilad Shapira shares how intelligent automation is transforming electrical […]
PATCA Board Update – July 30, 2026
At our July 30 board meeting, we focused on strengthening PATCA by listening more closely to our members and expanding the value we provide. We discussed promoting upcoming presentations through […]
SF Bay Area Real Estate Economics
The San Francisco Bay Area is one of the most analyzed housing markets in the world, yet the buyers themselves–the people making the largest financial decision of their lives–routinely operate […]
Consulting Is a Business, Not Just a Technical Skill
Many experienced professionals who face longer job searches consider becoming independent consultants. While consulting can provide flexibility and attractive income opportunities, success requires much more than technical expertise. Building a […]
PATCA Newsletter Summer 2026
Topic: Up your game with a summer of learning This summer is the perfect time to sharpen your skills, expand your network, and stay current with the latest developments. Take […]
Future Tech Webinar Series: Accelerating Hardware Design with Kipo AI
Companies in multiple industries have found that lean and agile methods speed up their product development while simultaneously improving quality and cutting costs. In spite of these proven advantages, these […]
David Harrell – Turning Ambitious Goals into Executable Plans
PATCA Featured Consultant David Harrell – Operations & Project Consultancy Leader David Harrell is an experienced operations and project consultant who works with organizations and executive teams to improve operational […]