We build things that have
never been made before
When creating novel products, every project is a unique journey but the framework for success remains largely the same. Our product development process has been carefully honed over the last decade.
Discover
Through research, design thinking and proof-of-concept prototyping the Discovery phase lays a foundation for the rest of development. The result is a clear definition of the project goals, requirements and success criteria.
Develop
The Develop phase typically involves work across all technical areas of the project to design, build and test the core feature sets. The majority of the unknowns are becoming known and the risks have been defined through functional prototyping.
Integrate
The disparate elements come together during the Integrate phase into a cohesive engineering prototype. Through extensive testing and refinement, major risks are mitigated and any remaining unknowns are identified.
Refine
The Refine phase is focused on fine tuning the details and addressing any feedback from the Integrate phase. Optimization for experience, reliability and production cost vary by project as we begin to engage with manufacturers.
Realize
The Realize phase is where the rubber hits the road and our team is working hand-in-hand with manufacturers as well as supporting certification testing, production verification and pilot unit field deployments.
Discover
Through research, design thinking and proof-of-concept prototyping the Discovery phase lays a foundation for the rest of development. The result is a clear definition of the project goals, requirements and success criteria.
Develop
The Develop phase typically involves work across all technical areas of the project to design, build and test the core feature sets. The majority of the unknowns are becoming known and the risks have been defined through functional prototyping.
Integrate
The disparate elements come together during the Integrate phase into a cohesive engineering prototype. Through extensive testing and refinement, major risks are mitigated and any remaining unknowns are identified.
Refine
The Refine phase is focused on fine tuning the details and addressing any feedback from the Integrate phase. Optimization for experience, reliability and production cost vary by project as we begin to engage with manufacturers.
Realize
The Realize phase is where the rubber hits the road and our team is working hand-in-hand with manufacturers as well as supporting certification testing, production verification and pilot unit field deployments.
Services to materialize the future
Industrial Design
Our Industrial Design team crafts exciting and impactful products that are not only intuitive and enjoyable to use but also aesthetically appropriate and brand defining.
- User + Market Research
- Conceptualization + Ideation
- User Experience (UX)
- Aesthetics Development
- Complex CAD Surfacing
- Color, Materials & Finish
- Product Visualization
- Softgood Tech Packs
- Looks-Like Models
Mechanical Engineering
From complex robotic mechanisms to developing innovative composting machinery, our Mechanical Engineering team is up for any challenge.
- CAD-Driven Development
- Simple to Complex Assemblies
- Design for Manufacturing
- Complete Drawing Packages
- Analysis: FEA, Modal, Thermal, Tolerance
- Full-Service Prototyping
- Material Selection
- Test Development
Hardware Engineering
Our Hardware Engineering team comprises both electrical and embedded firmware engineers for the development of circuits, from simple analog to complex high-speed digital.
- Electrical System Architecture
- Analog / Digital Circuit Design
- Schematic Development
- Mixed-Signal PCBAs
- RF / Wireless
- Embedded System Architecture
- Control System Design
Project Management
Careful oversight of programs by our Project Managers ensures that there are "no surprises" for our team and clients.
- Detailed Project Planning
- Scope Management
- Requirements Development
- Risk Identification & Mitigation
- Change Management
- Coordination & Leadership
Strategy + Consulting
Strategic Consulting by our experts, fills in the gaps necessary for a successful product: from IP strategy to proven supply chain development.
- Opportunity Analysis
- Requirement & Development Prioritization
- Product Market Fit
- Intellectual Property Advising
- Go-To-Market Planning
- Supply Chain Development
Prototyping
Integration of in-house and external prototyped parts to create rough proof-of-concepts, aesthetic works-like prototypes and low-volume pilot production.
- Rapid Prototyping
- Proof-of-Concept
- Aesthetic Models
- Functional Prototypes
- Soft Goods Sewing
- In-House Circuit Builds