1. Cluster buildings tightly and keep links short to minimize CPU and Power usage. 2. Daisy-chain links through structures where possible to minimize total link length. 3. Route everything through a LaunchPad to avoid overproduction losses. 4. Check ALL routes before exiting the planet view! 5. Build as many processors as needed to match incoming quantities. 6. Build a "factory colony" to house all advanced processing, 7. Do not build Links to the Control Center if you have a LaunchPad.