
Inclusive workplace cultures: How to tell if it’s the real deal
Diversity and inclusion have been spoken about for a while now. But while we’re finding some companies make real progress and drive change, others only pay lip service, and the lived experience of employees doesn’t match the company line. But let’s start with what diversity and inclusion even are. Diversity is the mix of people that …

NEWS: Exa Product Development is now a Certified B Corporation
When we asked the team at Exa Product Development to describe their business in a few short words they said, “we create positive impact through engineering and consulting”. More specifically, they provide expert electronics, firmware, and software engineering services to start-ups and multinationals from varying industries, including medical, utilities, energy, and government. Exa Product Development pride itself …

Shared responsibility parenting at Exa Product Development
Sitting down with WORK180, Nick Wadsley reflects on leadership and shared responsibility parenting. It’s often (incorrectly) assumed that flexible work is just for women. Which means it’s assumed they do all the child care at home. But for Nick Wadsley, sharing the responsibility – and sharing the care – is extremely important. He uses Exa’s flexible …

NEWS: Exa listed in “Best companies to work for if you’re a woman in STEMM”
Joining team members from Toyota, Coles Group, Afterpay, and more, women of Exa share their stories. Exa Product Development’s inclusive team, flexible work environment, and commitments to learning and professional development have been recognised by WORK180. Joining team members from Toyota, Coles Group, Afterpay, and more, Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Val Barber-Axthelm and Embedded Software Engineer, …

NEWS: Exa granted Research Service Provider Status by AusIndustry
As a registered Research Service Provider, our clients may claim the R&D Tax Incentive for activities performed by our team. Exa Product Development has become a registered Research Service Provider (RSP No. 127391). Our clients may now be eligible to claim the R&D Tax Incentive for research and development activities performed by our team. Exa …

Crafting code for social impact
Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Valerie Barber-Axthelm, sat down with WORK180 to share her history and learnings with other women. From smartwatches, to factory robots, to climate control in your home, everything has software behind it. We caught up with Valerie Barber-Axthelm, Senior Embedded Software Engineer and Product Development Consultant at Exa Product Development. Valerie is …

WORK180 endorsement – why it matters to our team
Exa’s “blank slate” is an opportunity to redefine what it means to be an engineering consultancy. As a product development consultancy, Exa is committed to providing expert guidance, unique perspective, and ground-breaking, commercial solutions for our clients. Diversity of thought is the foundation for delivering these commitments while enjoying the journey as a team. While …

The Dirt on E-waste Processing
Finding an appropriate and ethical E-waste partner is more challenging than it should be. E-waste processing in Australia is not as “green” as it seems Much of the E-waste generated in Australia is exported for final processing — increasing the risk of mishandling or environmental tragedy Choosing an effective and ethical E-waste partner is achievable …