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60 DESIGN007 MAGAZINE I AUGUST 2023 Feature Article by Steve Watt ZUKEN Navigating the complex landscape of modern PCB design presents numerous challenges for designers and the processes they use. Concerns about time to market, performance, system-level design, require- ments, costs, and staffing are driving forces that shape the evolution of the modern PCB industry. Zuken recognizes the need to address inno- vation in all areas of the design process while remaining responsive to customer-driven requirements. While we can make predic- tions about various challenges, concerns, and requirements, our customers play a vital role in shaping the company's development direc- tion. ey have the benefit of being "in the trenches," so to speak, on a daily basis, so they are the subject matter experts and can help identify gaps in our tools based on where their processes are heading. Challenges in Modern PCB Design and Analysis System-level Analysis e new era of electronic systems is charac- terized by increasing complexity. e demand for higher data rates, lower power consump- tion, and smaller form factors drive this surge in complexity. As a result, the challenges of managing signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), and electromagnetic interference (EMI) are also increasing. To tackle these challenges, performing sys- tem-level SI, PI, and EMI analysis is impera- tive. is means the entire system must be considered, including different boards, cables, and other components. is comprehensive approach allows engineers to identify and address SI and PI problems before they lead to potential system failures. Engineers can proactively mitigate SI, PI, and EMI problems by delving into system-level analysis, which ensures robust system performance.