Product Development

Managing Profitability The key to manageable business growth and increased profitability is to maintain healthy margins, but you might find that the amount you spend on manufacturing is throwing your profitability out of whack. Depending on what you’re manufacturing, the types of materials you’re using, and the scale of your operation some manufacturing costs might be unavoidable, but there are several things that you can do to cut your costs overall. By putting some key tips

When you’re developing a new product, your goal is to get the most favorable results possible from the design and manufacturing process. Unfortunately, there are a few common mistakes we see a lot of product developers make when they’re in the midst of this process. Understanding some of these common mistakes can help you remain vigilant and avoid setbacks that might crop up during your product development. Rushing the process: Everyone wants to get their product developed as

THE RIGHT TEAM FOR THE JOB During the product design process, there are a number of factors to take into consideration in order to ensure a successful delivery to market. To ensure the best outcomes possible, it’s important that you gather the right team. But even the best team members won’t be able to reach their full potential unless you take steps to empower them to do their best work. Here are a few of the most effective ways that you can empower your design team to creat

Since 1962, customers have trusted KASO to deliver outstanding injection molding and engineering services. We can also help you prepare to bring your new products to market with our new product introduction capabilities, guiding you through every aspect of design and production. We put our decades of industry experience to work for you so that you can ensure successful product delivery. FROM CONCEPT TO DELIVERY Our new product introduction services are designed to help you ta

Many people take for granted the time, energy and consideration that goes into the products that end up on our shelves. The product development process can take months or even years, depending on the specifics of the product. It can be a daunting process, but taking some time to understand what goes into product development and when each step of the process takes place can equip you with the knowledge you need to put things in motion for your product. Concept generation: The

When it comes to manufacturing, time is money. A change in production time of just a few minutes can make a huge difference when it comes to your overall profitability. Of course, that doesn’t mean you don’t want to risk mistakes in your product’s design that might take a toll on quality or reproducibility. It’s important to formulate a practical plan to product development that will cut down on time without sacrificing quality. Here are some tips to help you get ready. PRODU

The life of an inventor seems exciting. Leisurely days spent tinkering away in the lab until the big day finally arrives when you reach the inevitable “Eureka!” moment that leads you to a life of luxury. Unfortunately, the life of an inventor is rarely so easy. The reality is, it can be downright tough. don’t tinker so much as you toil, day after day, first to breathe life into your idea and then to ensure your invention is safeguarded, your financing is secure, and your prod

Innovate or die. An aging mantra (attributed to Bill Gates back in the 1990s we think?), but also still relevant today. The one thing that’s missing? What that looks like in practice. Often, people think only of product designers holed up somewhere working and then re-working designs, wastebaskets full of ideas that proved unsuccessful. What’s missing in that picture is the partnerships, between product designers and the manufacturers who produce these new products in order t

LOOKING SHARP - Long Glass Fiber Composite Replaces Metal in Knife Handle Leatherman Tool Group's customers were very clear about what they wanted in the company's upcoming line of knives. They needed to be lightweight. They needed to be dent resistant. They needed to stand up to an array of chemicals from oils to insect repellent. And, they needed to look sharp as well as be sharp. "Metal scales (industry jargon for knife handles) couldn't meet such varied criteria; many cus