Product Design Archives

The Transformation of 3D Printing Technology

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Manufacturing

7 years ago

Less than ten years ago, the hype surround 3D printing technology was at an all-time high. The idea of each household having one led the news cycle. In hindsight, it…

Early Product Design Challenges Facing Hardware Startups

Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

Below we discuss four common design challenges facing hardware startups today. It doesn’t matter what industry you are going into or if you are a first-time entrepreneur or serial entrepreneur,…

FAQ: The Basics of Intellectual Property and Manufacturing

Intellectual Property, Manufacturing, Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

First-time entrepreneurs, and even seasoned entrepreneurs, have questions when it comes to protecting their intellectual property (IP) and moving forward with manufacturing. No two products are alike; therefore, a custom-tailored…

FAQ: The Basics of Product Development

Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

As a product development firm, we often work with first-time entrepreneurs—people who have a fantastic idea for a product, but need guidance on developing their idea and beginning their startup…

A Startup Adventure in the New Year

Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

Are you ready to launch a startup in 2018? As the year begins to wind down, many people use this time to assess current goals and make new goals for…

Four Considerations Before Launching a Crowdfunding Campaign

Crowdfunding, Intellectual Property, Startups

7 years ago

Crowdfunding can help hardware startups launch not only a product, but an entire company. The power of “the crowd” is strong and can be a great asset for entrepreneurs. However,…

I Have A Product Idea—Now What?

Startups

7 years ago

Developing an idea into a physical product that people need, love and enjoy is a fulfilling venture for any entrepreneur. For first time entrepreneurs though, the product development journey may…

Production Manufacturing Trip to China (Part 2)

Manufacturing, Startups

7 years ago

Quick recap: Our President, Collin Kobayashi, accompanied a client, FOG Safe, on a production manufacturing trip to China. They have returned to Hawaii, and are now discussing their recent trip…

Hardware Startup: Seeing Opportunities That Others Have Missed

Startups

7 years ago

We have all heard the term, “ignorance is bliss”, and when it comes to launching a hardware startup this might just be right. Newcomers to an industry have fresh ideas,…