Modernization
PCB Redesign / Electronics Redesign / BOM optimization / Retrofitting / Connectivity / UI Redesign
For business-oriented hardware and applications or solutions, where continuous production and reliability are crucial, meaningfulness means the ability to improve, adapt, and deliver exactly what the end customer needs—efficiently, comprehensively, and regardless of circumstances. That is what we .do
When its time for modernization?
Your product may still work — but if it uses obsolete parts or components that are reaching End of Life (EOL), production can become unpredictable and expensive. We use BOM forecasting to plan ahead and choose the right components to keep manufacturing smooth. Then we update the inside of the device with modern, cost-effective technology. The result? Consistent production, reduced costs, and better scalability.
Component shortages
Our modernization services are especially valuable during component shortages—we help replace obsolete or hard-to-source parts with available alternatives to keep your production on track.
Increasing production costs
Rising manufacturing or maintenance expenses often indicate outdated designs. We optimize hardware and redesign boards to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Environmental concerns
Modernization allows you to align your products with eco-friendly standards by improving energy efficiency and reducing electronic waste.
New standards & regulations
When compliance requirements change, we update your hardware to meet the latest industry standards and certifications.
New functional requirements
As your market evolves, so do your product needs. We add new features, improve performance, and ensure your electronics stay competitive.
Our core values
Transparency
We operate on a fixed-price basis — the price we quote is binding and will not be exceeded. There are no hidden managerial costs. You receive full documentation in editable format for hardware Altium Designer files for firmware the Git repositiory with source code, and our work is tracked in YouTrack. Each month, you receive a detailed report showing exactly what was done, by whom, and how long it took. All project artifacts are also stored in Git repositories accessible to you at any time and we are providing project documentation using Microsft 365 secure cloud.
Flexibility
We can begin your project within two weeks of preparing the final offer. If speed is a priority, we can scale up the team to accelerate delivery. If you're focused on cost optimization, we can spread the work over a longer timeline. Our approach is fully adaptable to your business needs, project goals, and preferred pace.
Integration
We work with your current workflows, development tools, and team structure seamlessly. Our engineers are flexible and can easily fit into your setup, whether it is GitHub, SVN, Jira, or any custom environment. We intend to be perceived as part of your team and not as a co-provider, thus making the collaboration smooth and uninterrupted.
Communication
We maintain clear and regular communication throughout the project. Weekly meetings are held to present status updates, share progress, and review or adjust the modernization plan. You are always kept informed, with full transparency at every stage of development. Weekly status meetings, and comprehensive review every achieved milestone, any technical meeting on demand.
What do the designing
electronics services include?
01
Status Analysis
We begin by reviewing all available documentation and, if needed, perform reverse engineering of the existing system. We assess the current state of the electronics and provide a detailed modernization plan, including a cost estimate. You’ll receive a report outlining the recommended changes, challenges, and proposed next steps.
02
Reverse Engineering
In majority of scenarios for products with long history, while optional, reverse engineering is often essential for legacy projects where original engineering documentation is missing or outdated. This process helps us reconstruct and fully understand the existing electronic systems, uncovering their structure, behavior, and interfaces. It plays a key role in addressing technical debt and enables us to plan effective modernization steps. By doing so, we ensure your system is maintainable, reliable, and ready for future enhancements.
03
Project
This phase includes the actual modernization: redesigning the electronic system, updating or rewriting firmware, and preparing all necessary documentation. You’ll receive:
- Clear documentation explaining what is being changed and why
- Editable Altium Designer files
- A complete production files package
- Firmware porting to target platform with full functionalities covarege This package allows you to order manufacturing from any Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider.
04
Prototype
Before physical prototyping, we create a 3D model for mechanical fitting and validation. Once approved, we build 2–3 prototypes in our in-house laboratory. This process allows for quick iterations and high-quality prototype assembly. Every prototype is getting our efforts closer to final fully functional product, features and scope are discussed to deliver exactly what is needed for the customer.
05
Integration with the Client's System
We work closely with your team to ensure the modernized hardware integrates seamlessly with your existing systems. This includes software, mechanical, and communication interface alignment. We can handle communication with end users to improve product during the modernization process.
06
Issue Resolution
If the device requires certification (e.g. CE, FCC), we support the process by preparing the product for lab testing. Although we do not perform certifications ourselves, we help resolve any issues that arise during testing. If the product does not meet required standards, we take responsibility for implementing the necessary corrections.
07
Testing
We verify functionality, stability, and performance according to the agreed-upon specifications.
Tools that we use
Our toolset varies by project, and we’re ready to adjust to match your workflow.
78%
Our clients come from USA
Over 10 years of experience serving the American market with reliable electronics solutions.
22%
The rest is located in EU
Our clients and trusted producers are based in the European Union.
80%
Company growth
With our solutions, many clients have accelerated their growth and expanded their market reach.
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FAQ
What technologies do we work with?
What billing model do we use with clients, and how do we ensure transparency?
When we receive a project inquiry, we aim to estimate it and provide a fixed price offer, detailing the scope, estimated number of days, and total engineer hours.
We do not charge for managerial hours. Clients pay only for engineering hours worked on the project.
There are two key factors: the total project cost and the timeline. We adjust these depending on the client’s needs—whether they prefer faster delivery or a lower monthly budget. We estimate how many engineers and how many hours will be needed.
We work on a time and materials basis, but we commit to the originally estimated cost (unless the client changes the scope). If issues arise on our side, we take full responsibility.
We bill monthly based on actual hours worked. Our engineers log hours in YouTrack, and at the end of each month, we generate a report and invoice.
Typically, clients end up paying less than the initial quote (in 80% of cases), assuming the scope doesn’t change.
What happens after a client submits an inquiry?
We analyze the project scope and evaluate whether it aligns with our meaningful project approach—whether it brings real value. We assess the scope and potential challenges. If there are uncertainties, we clarify them with the client. Then we prepare a proposal that includes a timeline and cost estimate.
How quickly can we start a client’s project?
After we deliver the offer (within 1 to 2 weeks), we can usually start within 2 to 4 weeks, depending on team availability and the project’s urgency.
What makes us stand out?
Transparency and a true partnership—both on the business and technological level. Everything we develop is shared with the client as editable files, and they always have full visibility into our work.
We’re proud of our team—young, dynamic, and far more capable than their age might suggest. Of course, every company says their team is great, but we believe ours genuinely delivers beyond expectations.
What also sets us apart is our experience in the U.S. market. In many ways, it’s easier for us to implement projects in the United States or abroad than in Poland. The U.S. is our native market, and when it comes to international expansion, we often find ourselves figuring out how to enter the Polish market, not the other way around.
By default, we operate with a global mindset. We’re working to keep our international footprint balanced—with growing interest not just in the U.S., but also in Europe and Scandinavia.
What industry standards we meet?
We aim to set our own standards through practices like full transparency, time reporting, sharing code in version-controlled repositories (instead of exchanging ZIP files), and consistently delivering documentation and conceptual designs—whether it’s for software or electronics.
While some of these may not be formal industry standards, they are best practices we’ve developed through working with large, global companies and have tailored to fit our processes. Beyond ISO certifications, quality management frameworks, and electronics manufacturing standards, there are no widely codified norms specific to our service area.
Our priority is to ensure that the intellectual value we create for our clients remains useful to them—even if they decide to continue working with a different partner in the future.