Product Development Archives

A Human-Centered Design Approach

6 years ago

When it comes to designing consumer products, the best approach is to consider your end-user throughout the entire design process—which is commonly referred to as “Human-Centered Design”. This means that…

New Partnership with the Hawaii State Bar Association

Intellectual Property, Product Development

6 years ago

We are excited to announce a new partnership — 3D Innovations has partnered with the Hawaii State Bar Association. HSBA members have access to a range of discounted products and…

Hardware Entrepreneurs: A Big Picture Mentality

Product Development, Startups

6 years ago

When it comes to developing a hardware product, it is easy to get bogged down in the design details during product development. While the details certainly do matter, if you…

Exploring 3D Printing Technology for Business

3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping, Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

3D Printing is a topic that quickly captures your interest and your imagination. The idea of seemingly “printing” an object out of thin air is something that feels like it…

3D Academy STEM Enrichment Camps

3D Academy, Community Events

7 years ago

3D Academy, a Division of 3D Innovations specializes in developing and integrating industry technologies with STEM programs and education. 3D Academy promotes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education programs…

Marketing Your Hardware Product

Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

Ideally, marketing your hardware product should come before your product launch. You want to find and connect with your target market as early as possible. “Early” often means before your…

What to Expect from Your First Product Development Meeting

Intellectual Property, Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

Coming up with a product idea is exciting, but making the decision to pursue and develop it, is truly exhilarating. Many first-time entrepreneurs want to jump right in and get…

Visit Us at the Honolulu Mini Maker Faire — June 23rd

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

7 years ago

The 5th annual Honolulu Mini Maker Faire is this Saturday, June 23rd from 12pm to 5pm at ‘Iolani School. Our President, Collin Kobayashi, will be at our 3D Innovations booth…

Building a Hardware Startup Isn’t a ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ Process

Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

It is a common misconception that building a hardware startup is a straightforward and linear process: Find a Problem—Design a Solution—Sell the Product—Make Money. In theory this is how it…

Intellectual Property Protection for Hardware Startups

Intellectual Property, Product Development, Startups

7 years ago

Navigating the world of intellectual property is challenging for seasoned entrepreneurs, and even more stressful when you are working on designing and launching your very first product. Intellectual property (IP)…

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