ARKABY CONSULTING
Our business is dedicated to providing expert guidance in optical test development and strategy for early-stage companies integrating optical components. With 20 years of experience in optical testing and engineering, we help companies navigate the complexities of testing, validating, and integrating optical components like cameras and LiDARs into their products. Our mission is to empower businesses with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to ensure their optical products meet performance expectations efficiently and effectively.
Are you developing a product with an optical sensor but struggling because you don’t have optical expertise on your team? We help companies like yours navigate the complex world of optical devices—from understanding confusing spec sheets to validating sensor performance and building out test labs. We can guide you through selecting the right sensor, determining testing requirements, or ensuring vendor-provided testing meets your needs. Together, we’ll create a realistic plan tailored to your timeline and budget, so you can avoid costly mistakes, keep your production on track, and confidently launch a well-tested product. Let’s tackle these challenges so you can focus on creating a successful product and a thriving company.
Services
Optical Test Strategy
We help clients create a tailored roadmap for optical testing throughout the hardware development lifecycle, from prototypes to production. This includes strategic planning for verification and validation, including lab and field testing, weighing the benefits of in-house versus outsourced testing, and establishing clear expectations for manufacturing or vendor testing outcomes.
Optical Lab Development and Optimization
We work with clients to design strategic plans for building and optimizing optical test labs that align with their product and business goals. Services include assessing equipment needs, determining staffing levels, budgeting for infrastructure, and creating schedules to ensure labs are set up and maintained efficiently to meet testing demands.
Vendor and Manufacturer Collaboration Support
We assist clients navigating relationships with optical component and device vendors to ensure testing requirements are understood and properly implemented. This includes defining what testing should happen at the manufacturer, verifying that test equipment is properly set up and calibrated, interpreting test results, and ensuring delivered components meet specifications.
About
Rebekah Brandt, Ph.D., is a versatile engineering leader with over 20 years of experience spanning optical engineering, sensor validation, and project management. With a background that includes leading teams at industry giants like Apple and Cruise, Bekah excels at strategy, team-building, and crafting innovative solutions to complex problems. Her expertise includes building optical labs, managing cross-functional teams, and developing streamlined processes for testing and validating cutting-edge sensor technologies.
A natural teacher, Bekah thrives on breaking down complex technical concepts into accessible insights, fostering collaboration, and mentoring future leaders. Her experimentalist mindset encourages creativity, data-driven decision-making, and bold exploration. Whether it’s developing a new testing protocol or navigating vendor relationships, she brings clarity and a pragmatic approach to every challenge.
Bekah’s diverse background extends beyond engineering, blending an artistic sensibility honed through pursuits in dance, fashion, and metalworking with a deep technical rigor. She believes work can be joyful and is known for cultivating teams that feel connected and inspired. With an eye for detail and a knack for the big picture, Bekah is dedicated to empowering clients and colleagues alike to achieve success through thoughtful strategy and innovative solutions.
Contact Us
Reach out to get expert guidance on tackling your optical testing challenges.
info@arkabyconsulting.com
Phone
(510) 831-5278
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