Electronics & software design and manufacturing
Promwad Innovation Company is an independent electronics design house, creates new devices and software for the global electronics market, taking a customer’s product from idea to mass production in Europe or Asia.
Since 2004, the company's engineers and designers have implemented over 300 projects in consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive electronics, home and industrial automation, media and entertainment — these are over 3 million manufactured devices.
Promwad’s customers are manufacturers of electronics, startups and industry companies in Western and Eastern Europe, USA and Canada.
The company has a quality management system certified according to ISO 9001:2008, holds a membership of IPC International Association and partners with technoparks and global vendors of electronic components, such as Texas Instruments, Marvell, STMicroelectronics, Fujitsu, Analog Devices, JTAG Technologies, Realtek.
For more info, please, visit our website: https://promwad.com
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Meisenburgstr. 39Essen 45133Germany
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Portfolio
SmartLabs, Qoobi Audio Innovation Company, startup Lapka, Fujitsu, Prestigio, AMCS, Triax, Parrot, JTAG Technologies, Analog Devices, Auriga, Intel, CISCO, CR2, ASBIS, CTI, Megafon.
Modem router design: 7-in-1
We have designed and prepared for mass production an advanced VoIP modem router that provides all types of office communications.
Our engineers designed an enclosure, hardware, low-level software, and Linux-based middleware, as well as stands for functional testing at the production site.
Our client received not only the 7-in-1 device but also one of the first modem routers with DECT base station on the market. It supported up to 6 handsets.
Another competitive advantage is the integration of a ready-made VoIP software of our client with his own hardware solution. As a result, he guaranteed his subscribers a stable operation of the equipment.
Onboard automobile data logger
By order of an American vendor of automobile communication devices we developed a new ready-to-operate product — a portable automobile recorder for control and diagnostics of technical state ("black box" for an automobile). It is plugged into a standard OBD-II plug, traces a route, fixes tens of technical parameters, records negotiations of passengers in a passenger compartment and transmits all information over a wireless channel to a dispatch-coordination center. The size of the recorder: slightly more than a matchbox.
In the process of developing the onboard automobile recorder Promwad experts accomplished the following tasks:
— Software development and testing
— Case design and construction development
— Production and debugging of prototypes
Network Device with Bluetooth Sensors
Our company developed a compact device for collecting data from Bluetooth sensors and transmitting them to the server. This new network device works with multiple Parrot Flower Power mobile gadgets that measure lighting, temperature, humidity, and soil fertility, helping users to create optimal conditions for the growth and development of their plants.
Promwad experts completed the following tasks under the project:
- Hardware platform design
- Software development
- Enclosure construction development
- Manufacturing of prototypes
Smart home multimedia controller
We have developed a device designed to manage a home multimedia complex which includes a cinema, a tuner, a VCR and other smart home components. Data exchange between the controller and the smart home device is implemented on the basis of the HDMI interface over Ethernet via a PC or other devices connected to the network. The product’s features include quick setup and easy integration into the smart home ecosystem.
n the process of developing an Ethernet gate to manage smart home devices, Promwad experts have performed the following tasks:
— Hardware development
— Software development and testing
— Industrial enclosure design
— Prototype manufacturing and debugging
Design of L2 Gigabit managed switches, 16 and 24 ports models
Promwad engineering team designed a custom managed L2 switches based on the Realtek 83xx chipset (CPU MIPS-4KEc [email protected]) and Linux kernel.
Our customer received a series of new products for simple network management.
Our scope of work included the following services:
— PCB design
— Mechanical design
— Thermal analysis
— Embedded software development
— Web interface for management and control
Neuronavigator: optical navigation system for neurosurgeons
We have designed a working prototype with the support of 3D images of ultrasound / MRI / CT. Neurosurgeons can monitor the position of their instruments in the patient's body in real-time with an accuracy of one millimeter.
The cost of the designed neuronavigator is 50% lower than market leaders offer, so it is affordable for the departments of neurosurgery in developing countries and small regional clinics. The forecasted share of the product on the world market is 15%.
Qoobi One, a wireless vacuum tube preamp
We developed the Qoobi One mechanical design according to the technical task by our customer: implemented the board fastening mechanisms, light guides, stiffeners, an assembly scheme. In the process of designing, we also created a 3D-model of the case.
A ready-made prototype of the Qoobi One was successfully demonstrated at CES-2018, a consumer electronics show in Las Vegas.
IPTV STB design
We have developed a model range of IPTV set-top boxes, implemented support for MPEG-2/4 and ЗD/НD video, ensured license coverage for all the proprietary coding standards for audio and video.
It was a turnkey project that involved hardware design, development of Linux based software, enclosure and mechanical design, mass-production support.
As a result, our client has become one of the international leaders in the IPTV solutions market.
In the year of the project completion, SmartLabs won the $50 million contract with the largest telecom operator in Eastern Europe. Their IPTV devices and software solutions were installed for two million subscribers.
Lapka — a set of sensors for iPhone
By the order of startup Lapka, we have developed the enclosure design, manufactured the pilot batch and prepared for mass production a set of sensors for iPhone: nitrate meter, radiometer, electromagnetic field, and moisture measuring devices. Each sensor is a rectangular unit with a base in the form of a wooden cube with a face size of 19 mm. The devices are connected to Apple smartphones through an audio interface. They use the iPhone energy and CPU, and the measurement results are displayed on the screen of the mobile application.
In the process of project implementation Promwad experts completed the following tasks:
— Selection of materials for the device enclosure
— Design development for all parts
— Equipment development for batch production (a set of pressing molds)
— Pilot batch production of sensor parts sets
Reviews
the project
Custom Software Services for TV Technology Company
"They deliver quick solutions to us — it’s great to have that kind of partner."
the reviewer
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A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the senior software project manager at Vestel, a company that produces smart TV sets and set-top boxes, and we also provide IP services. I work in the R&D department. Every year, we’re delivering almost 10 million TVs in France, the UK, Germany, Greece, Bulgaria, Poland, and Nordic countries, and others.
What challenge were you trying to address with Promwad?
We had a very tight schedule and were facing some technical challenges. We have 200 engineers working on software projects composing different project groups but, from time to time, we’re not able to deliver on time and we need additional technical support, so we work with Promwad.
What was the scope of their involvement?
Promwad is working on a project for a domestic company that provides mobile and internet services. They also provide some operative business support; they deploy their specific set-top boxes that have custom services on it, including YouTube, which needs an application.
With Promwad, we’re working on TR-069, an Internet protocol, and others, including software updates in the fields. They’re delivering the software downloads and TR-069 management parts as separate processes — they implemented all of that from scratch.
We also work with a company that is a SOC (System on a Chip) provider and Promwad supports us on these issues, as well. So far, we’ve worked with them for set-top boxes, but I know they also offer Android services. They deploy using C++ for the software and have other areas of expertise, so we’re open to working with them on our upcoming Android project.
What is the team composition?
There are 5–10 people working with us, including project managers.
How did you come to work with Promwad?
We met them around five years ago at an event. We found their technical capabilities to be very good, so we decided to work with them.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in January 2020 and our engagement is ongoing.
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
So far, their deliverables are of good quality, which we can tell from the tests and our customer feedback. They’re a very competent team. Their engineering service quality is at a good level.
They implemented modules that are so well-coded they are essentially portable for our TV sets, as well, which is really great. They provide really high-quality engineering support. They’re good at working with connected devices, internet infrastructure, and other processes.
How did Promwad perform from a project management standpoint?
The project managers have frequent meetings with us to ensure they’re delivering on time and at our level of quality. From time to time, they’ll even respond late at night on WhatsApp. There’s also a high-level manager who reaches out to us a couple of times a month to ensure we’re happy with their deliveries. We use Jira and they meet all of our requirements. Occasionally, they do better than expected from a quality and time point of view.
They also make any changes we want. We had a test drive with them for a couple of urgent issues from our customers, and they were open to this and implemented what we needed. They deliver quick solutions to us — it’s great to have that kind of partner.
What did you find most impressive about them?
In such a short time, we trust them. They’re really good and we know we can do a long partnership with them.
Are there any areas they could improve?
So far, they’re really good with their technical expertise. We don’t have any issues with their communication or English level either.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
They’re a very dependable and trustworthy company. I recommend working with them.
the project
Custom Set-Top-Box for Design House
"It was very impressive how the company was both skilled and reactive."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I'm the co-owner and CTO of an embedded design house working in various application domains, including digital TV and medical systems.
For what projects/services did your company hire Promwad, and what were your goals?
We subcontracted the hardware development of a Set-Top-Box project for the hospitality market, as well as the development of the associated test bench
How did you select Promwad and what were the deciding factors?
We met Promwad back in 2009 to audit their engineering capabilities.
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.
Custom Set-Top-Box hardware board design. Custom enclosure design including thermal and injection simulations. Custom test bench development (hardware assembly from COTS, Windows and Linux software applications development)
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
A project manager was our primary contact. The project has involved hardware engineer (Set-Top-Box PCB), designers (enclosure industrial design), mechanical engineers (enclosure design and simulations) and software engineers (test bench)
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
The project ran smoothly, with direct and close collaboration with our own team members. The Set-Top-Box resulting of the joint efforts has been successfully introduced on the market.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.
We had regular on-line meetings
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
It was very impressive how the company was both skilled and reactive.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
We had to spent more then expected of our time to get the test bench fully working. However they have been reactive on that and have sent over two engineers to do common on-site debugging, on time for the start of the production.
the project
Media Stream Platform Dev for Gambling & Casinos Firm
"They impressed us with their equal level of professionalism spread over a number of technical expertise."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am a co-founder of the company. JVL Labs is a software and hardware company, designing amusement and gaming consoles and the associated games.
For what projects/services did your company hire Promwad, and what were your goals?
We retained the services of Promwad to design the hardware and software for our new media streaming device that would integrate into our gaming console. This music streaming device seamlessly integrated with our menu, offering our customers a selection of music from a 3rd party music provider.
How did you select Promwad and what were the deciding factors?
We interviewed a number of companies. The criteria were as follows:
- Integrity
- Expertise in C++ and Linux
- Design of embedded hardware applications
- Speed to market
- Ability to work with our team in Canada and in Minsk
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.
- Concept design of the streaming media
- Participated in specifying the features of the product
- Identifying individual stories based on the features
- The stories were approved by JVL's CEO and the stakeholders
- Proposed design timeline Spec approval
- Prototyping of the hardware
- The "finishing team" from Promwad arrived in Canada
- Delivery of the final prototype in Canada
Promwad remained on the project for a while for backup, service and transfer of knowledge - allocated a "finishing engineer" for 6 months.
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
Promwad engaged 6 people on this project: C++ specialist C++ programmer Linux specialist Mechanical engineer QA engineer Manager
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
The project was delivered on time and on schedule. The rollout was as expected with good support from PromWad. The post-delivery support was great. PromWad is a professional and reliable organization - there were no surprises.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.
- A calm, measured approach
- Good connection with the management
- Assign good quality specialists to the project
- Are not afraid to make a suggestion
- Care for the overall project
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They impressed us with their equal level of professionalism spread over a number of technical expertise. In the case of the design of our Media-Steam, PromWad became a reliable design partner supplying the expertise in Mechanical, Hardware, and software engineering.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
I would highly recommend PromWad for anyone seeking the highest level of professionalism and I would definitely engage PromWad on a new project if it would be needed.
the project
Mobile Development Workload Assistance
"The client can trust Promwad Mobile to work on a variety of project simultaneously."
the reviewer
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A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
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IoT-Enabled Fridge for IT Services Firm
"They provided a fast and efficient way of communication."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
CEO in iomico. Iomico is a custom IoT product and solutions development company assisting customers globally with building impactful IoT engineering solutions powered by the latest technologies.
For what projects/services did your company hire Promwad, and what were your goals?
IoT-enabled fridge reinventing workplace eating. It’s like having a mini Whole Foods within your office. Attenders can purchase food 24/7. It automatically knows what was purchased and charges accordingly.
How did you select Promwad and what were the deciding factors?
Promwad is a well-known European electronics design house. I've heard a number of positive feedbacks from my colleagues and partners.
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.
Promwad worked on a modular USB-connected computer. Having connectivity, sensors, RFID, storage, camera, compute, and other modules.
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
Project Manager, PCB Engineer, Schematics Engineer
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
- radio-electronic components research
- selection of components
- schematics schema
- PCB design
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.
Promwad combining Agile project management methodology with a variety of communication tools such as Skype, Whatsapp, Telegram, and Google Meet.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
- They provided a fast and efficient way of communication.
- Mature Agile project management.
- Inspiring and honoring leadership
- Estimation flexibility
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Nothing so far
the project
Shoppable Video Solution Integ to IPTV for Fashion Firm
"The cooperation between the 2 teams was very accurate, specific, up to date, well-organized and highly professional."
the reviewer
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The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am a marketing specialist at a belarussian - american startup specializing on making video content shoppable.
For what projects/services did your company hire Promwad?
Oyper and Promwad were cooperating on the integration of the shoppable video solution to IPTV. Being professionals in these spheres, Oyper and Promwad had a great high-level and successful collaboration.
What were your goals for this project?
The prior goal of this collaboration was to pursue the world's first shoppable video solution for IPTV.
How did you select Promwad?
Oyper's aim was to find a strategic partner with high reputation and great professionalism. We are very pleased and honoured to define Promwad as a perfect match.
Describe the scope of their work in detail.
Team Promwad developed sdk for the simple integration.
What was the team composition?
The whole team included16 specialists: 10 members from Promwad and 6 ones fron Oyper.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The success of our collaboration is absolutely obvious - our integration turned into the first pilot project with a local IPTV provider in Belarus.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The cooperation between the 2 teams was very accurate, specific, up to date, well-organized, and highly professional.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Promwad is a company of great professionals and business enthusiasts ready to widen the horizons in achieving common success.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Luckily, we have only positive feedback as a result of our partnership with Promwad. Looking forward to new projects.
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Systems Prototyping for Electronics Company
"Their technical competence in Android AOSP was impressive."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Electronics Company in North America
For what projects/services did your company hire Promwad, and what were your goals?
Promwad provided support for vary features prototyping based on Open Source projects. It was Development and complicated integration of features to prove technical conceptions for customers
How did you select Promwad and what were the deciding factors?
Promwad has capabilities in Embedded SW development along with Hardware Design and Devices Prototypes manufacturing so its efficient to work with Promwad on all aspects of Embedded systems
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.
Scope of work included (on features level)
- SW Architecture and Design
- SW Development and Integration
- HW Schematics Design and Verification
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
Team size vary but always included Technical Lead / PM , SW Developers, Hardware Design experts and Verification team
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
Promwad has strong capabilities to deliver project assets against agreed Milestones in time and especially for projects where shipment date cannot be changed.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.
Promwad Technical Manager / PM provided overall project status and deliverable in time via Scrum process set up
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Their technical competence in Android AOSP was impressive
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Not Applicable
The collaboration with Promwad has been successful, helping the client streamline their efforts and deliver work on time. The team is dedicated to meeting deadlines and working within the budget. Their communicative, available approach makes them easy to work with.