We’ve all seen it. The Gantt chart says the product should be in manufacturing by now, but the engineering team is still "optimizing" the prototype. Weekly status meetings have turned into lists of excuses. You are burning cash, stakeholders are getting nervous, and the launch date keeps sliding to the right. In the world of Electronic Product Design , this is known as "Development Hell." It’s not just a delay; it’s a state of paralysis where a project isn't moving forward, but it isn't dead either. It just… hovers. If you are wondering why your hardware project isn't crossing the finish line, look for these five red flags. 1. The "Just One More Feature" Syndrome Also known as feature creep. It starts innocent. Marketing asks if the device can also track humidity. Then someone suggests adding Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi. Suddenly, your power budget is blown, and the PCB layout needs a total respin. The Reality Check: If your requirem...