The result must be a solid bottom line and maximum return to the stock holders. A detailed product specification is essential as a communications vehicle to insure uniform understanding of the product definition including all functional and environmental issues and as many ergonomic details as possible. Significant gains in productivity are achieved when the design team has clear understanding and confidence in the product definition. A complete project schedule is created with critical milestones established. An initial cost to manufacture is estimated based on assumed tooling approaches, manufacturing methodologies, and sales volumes.
Good communication is critical to successful product development.
We take great care to insure that all parties in the development process including suppliers are maintained with the latest development information. Routine meetings are held and project progress against pre-established milestones is reported. Cost reductions can be achieved when the suppliers are able to preorder raw material in the proper quantities and plan their manufacturing schedule. Early drawing releases for material procurement, receiving and inspection. Final documention release in the client document format if possible.