[cc81]

In this case the article is talking about pretty expansive hardware projects, think GPS or a drone fleet and that software needs to be involved earlier with requirements and design instead of an afterthought.

That is quite different than the CRUD web application that most people are working with.

[vlovich123]

Even in "non expensive" (relative) HW projects. I've been doing mobile/embedded for a long time. Many experts, SW architects, HW architects are frequently consulted early & frequently throughout the process as no one can possibly have a complete picture. It's just impossible to do it any other way and ship things on time & meeting the quality bar.

[trilila]

Good point. I am coming from the web app point of view. I assumed the comment section was a bit more generic. Also i should have clarified what context i am referring to.