The company's decision between an in-house fab and a contract foundry hinged primarily on control over quality and production timelines. While contract foundries offered cost savings and scalability, maintaining an in-house fabrication facility ensured tighter oversight of critical processes, faster iteration cycles, and immediate response to design changes or defects. Ultimately, the single most important factor was the need for consistent, high-precision output. Having direct control over fabrication allowed the company to uphold stringent quality standards, protect proprietary technology, and reduce delays that could arise from external dependencies. This approach also supported rapid prototyping and innovation, which were essential for meeting both performance targets and client expectations.