Depending on the complexity of the product, we prefer to begin to work closely with our clients and the design team when the project is on the “fifty yard line”. At this point, the fundamental…
Eight Steps to Manufacturing & Production Success
The Hand-Off from Initial Product Concept to Design
Folks, I was just talking with our good friend and frequent collaborator Jim Pelletier at Angle Development (www.angledevelopment.com). Jim runs a boutique product development firm based in Boston. Their foundation is deep knowledge of mechanical…
From Giant Factories to Family Workshops: Suppliers of Every Size
Folks, When we’re setting off to make a new hardware device, one of the first steps involves assessing the key technical domains represented in the build. Printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), membrane switches, formed &…
Product Inspection Checklist: Eight Steps to Success
Folks, We routinely carry out WIP (Work in Process) and final inspection of complex products for our customers. For the WIP, working with our suppliers, customers and our team of Supplier Quality Engineers, we determine…
Source Development – The EastBridge Process
Folks, Not to stretch the creation metaphor too far, when a new or redesigned product is conceived, is in gestation and and is about to spring forth, it pays to have and experienced midwife in…