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DigiKey and Machinechat Unveil Rapid Engineering Kits

On July 28, 2026, DigiKey, a renowned leader in global electronic components and automation distribution, in collaboration with Machinechat, will introduce a revolutionary solution: rapid engineering kits. These kits are designed to empower engineers with an integrated hardware and software platform, known as JEDI (Just Enough Data Intelligence), facilitating the seamless development of connected intelligence applications.

Streamlining Development

With an increasing demand for edge AI and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, engineers often encounter significant obstacles when it comes to merging hardware with software, leading to delays and increased expenses. Recognizing this challenge, DigiKey and Machinechat have created rapid engineering kits that negate these hurdles by delivering pre-configured hardware paired with professional-grade software.

The new kits are made available exclusively through DigiKey, designed for a diverse audience including engineers, educators, students, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). This toolkit allows for quick progress from initial setup to a fully operational deployment in mere minutes, while also serving as an expandable platform for further customization with additional sensors and hardware.

David Sandys, the director of technical engagements and enablement for DigiKey, expressed optimism about the product stating, “The new rapid engineering kits extend our customers' trust in DigiKey by providing more complete project starting points, including innovative hardware paired with professional software.