An increasing number of companies across industries are embracing sustainable product design, manufacturing, and supply chain management practices to reduce their carbon footprint and help combat climate change. Amid stricter greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions regulations from governing bodies like the European Union and the United States Federal government, some companies are working toward Net Zero GHG emissions directly and across their value chains (Scopes 1, 2, and 3). However, due to stringent certification processes, regulated industries face unique sustainability obstacles. In celebration ..read more

Demand for semiconductor capital equipment is showing signs of growth in 2024 compared to the slump the industry experienced in 2023. Increasing requirements for artificial intelligence (AI) and electronic devices—including automotive, industrial, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications—drive demand for semiconductors. Demand for capital equipment required to make semiconductors is projected to rise in 2024 before a sharp increase in 2025. Benchmark's grasp of the leading trends in semiconductor capital equipment for 2024 enables us to effectively meet the requirements of our customers eng ..read more

Electronic circuits are growing smarter while shrinking in size and processing increasingly faster digital signals. Designing printed circuit boards (PCBs) for high-speed digital (HSD) circuits is as difficult as manufacturing those circuits. But for engineers aiming for miniaturized, power-efficient HSD PCBs with excellent signal integrity (SI), Benchmark’s Mike McCulley and Zach Donathan share some of their experience and engineering skills in their article “Planning PCB Layouts for High-Speed Digital Signals” published in the latest issue of Signal Integrity Journal.  ..read more

Benchmark stays on top of the latest medical innovations and trends as a premier design, engineering, and manufacturing partner to some of the largest original electronic manufacturers (OEMs) in the medical industry. As we navigate yet another year of advancements in medical technologies, we are looking at key trends and innovations that will drive the medical industry for many years. This article provides our take on the impact of these advanced technologies and the opportunities and challenges that come with them. We are honored to support our customers today and into the future, helping th ..read more

The concept of a circular economy has emerged as a critical pathway toward sustainable innovation and growth. This article explores the principles and applications of the circular economy. It highlights the circular economy's relevance in addressing environmental challenges—such as polluted water, plastic-filled oceans, and growing carbon emissions—and its extension to product lifecycle management ..read more

Benchmark CTO Jan Janick is a respected leader with over 30 years of directing high-performance multicultural product development teams. He currently guides our global engineering teams, partnering with some of the world's leading innovators ..read more

As a company focused on positively impacting our people, our communities, and the environment, Benchmark is committed to furthering our sustainability efforts across our entire global business operations. As a testament to this commitment, we are proud to have hosted our second annual Benchmark Environmental Challenge in 2023 and share key takeaways in this article ..read more

The concept of a circular economy has emerged as a critical pathway toward sustainable innovation and growth. In honor of International Women's Day, this article explores the principles and applications of the circular economy with a focus on the legacy of Elinor Ostrom in promoting sustainable economic systems ..read more

With the widespread impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies, defense strategies must adapt. One clear example of this adaptation involves soldier training cycles. As commercial and defense technologies such as virtual reality (VR) continue to drive each other forward in a virtual loop, soldier training cycles shorten. Another adaptation involves electromagnetic pulse (EMP) technology. Defense strategies are leveraging advancements in EMP usage by incorporating sophisticated high-power radio frequency (RF) technologies. Thankfully, Benchmark stays updated, fortif ..read more

Exploring the realm of mobile medical applications, we've dissected risks, explored common pitfalls, and discussed best practices in previous discussions. This concluding segment of our three-part blog series delves into the vital aspects of testing for security, accompanied by the tools that fortify the integrity of mobile medical applications. That said, a wide variety of tools and testing are appropriate for mobile applications during various phases of development—and many are the same as used in any software development. Let's take a closer look ..read more