Longevity and security of supply are key requirements in the markets that would use these devices. LAPIS is well-known for having full control of the supply chain and manufacturing of the devices. While maintaining relationships with third parties to ensure the ability to respond to supply issues, LAPIS owns and operates all of the factories involved in the manufacturing and packaging of these microcontrollers. These devices are designed to be robust and are able to tolerate and operate in extreme temperatures and harsh electrical environments. These devices have built-in functions, and firmware is provided to meet the increasing demands of low-power consumption and safety requirements driven by the consumer and white goods markets. These features include, but are not limited to, self-diagnostics and error monitoring, which enhance system reliability.