Manufacturing Archives

Digital Experimentation with Generative Design

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Manufacturing, Product Development

3 years ago

GD Image: Autodesk Generative design is widely regarded as the future of product design. What is Generative Design? The use of Generative Design (GD) allows the user to develop multiple…

Top Considerations for Reshoring Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing, Product Development

3 years ago

To mitigate further operational plan disruptions many businesses are looking at reshoring manufacturing operations. With the global impact of COVID-19, companies are feeling the impact on their operation in many…

The global manufacturing supply chain crunch.

The Current Supply Chain Crunch

Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

3 years ago

The COVID-19 pandemic has been the root cause of the supply chain crunch around the globe. The different COVID-19 variants have led to prolonged manufacturing shutdowns which has put stress…

2021 Manufacturing Industry Trends

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

The manufacturing industry experienced turmoil in 2020 and, so far, this year we have seen it stabilize with some distinct trends now emerging. In 2020, the manufacturing industry was primarily…

Great product design focuses on user-centered deisgn and DFM.

Great Product Design Has These Two Things

Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

When it comes to product design no one wants to design a mediocre product—we all strive for excellence. However, great product design isn’t as quick or easy as it may…

Case study on using 3D printing for OEM replacement part design, testing and manufacturing.

Using 3D Printing for OEM Replacement Parts

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Manufacturing, Product Development

4 years ago

3D printing is a digital technology that has revolutionized OEM replacement parts along with the spare part industry. However, in this post we will focus in on OEM replacement parts.…

Medical device innovation and medical device development

The Medical Device Development Process

Intellectual Property, Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

Medical device development requires that specific stages must be followed for design control, quality assurance and patient safety. As COVID-19 has shifted the medical and business landscapes, we have seen…

Four things to consider when 3D printing a prototype during product development.

3D Printing a Prototype: Four Things to Consider

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

Prototyping is the bread and butter for 3D printing technology. For years, 3D printing has been synonymous with the prototyping phase of product development. It has not been until recent…

Prepare your business for the unexpected and evolving business landscape now.

3 Ways to Prepare Your Business for the Unexpected

Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

The past year has shown us that a pandemic can halt global manufacturing, a cargo ship can block a canal causing a logistics nightmare and consumer demand can change overnight.…

When to Reach Out for Product Development Assistance

Intellectual Property, Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

4 years ago

We meet with entrepreneurs during all stages of product development that find themselves at a “sticking point” and in need of guidance. Taking a product idea from conception to commercialization…

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