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# Product Realization Group

## Posts

- [14. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/14-how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”11197″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1686815422397{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”] 14. VOLUME MANUFACTURING AND BEYOND [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11177″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1686815694290{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1686818690928{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] The Journey to Volume Manufacturing and Beyond: Scaling Your Hardware-based Product In the span of our idea-to-scale series, we’ve navigated through the various phases of transforming a hardware-based product idea into a market-ready product.
- [Agentic AI - From Doing the Work to Directing It](https://prgnpi.com/agentic-ai-from-doing-the-work-to-directing-it/) - Featuring: Mark Reimer, Agentic AI Consultant at PRG While this conversation didn't take place on West Cliff, the spirit was the same. Over a dinner at The Refuge in San Carlos, we explored one of the questions that has been coming up in recent conversations: What happens to people when AI agents become part of
- [Reinventing the Career Playbook in the Age of AI](https://prgnpi.com/reinventing-the-career-playbook-in-the-age-of-ai/) - Featuring: Craig Bates, Packform Dealership Owner During a recent Walk on West Cliff, Craig Bates and I discussed how dramatically the professional landscape has shifted. Craig has seen multiple waves of transformation across his 40-year career, but the pace of change driven by AI feels unlike anything before. Take higher education as an example. Historically,
- [How do you know you're building something customers will actually buy?](https://prgnpi.com/how-do-you-know-youre-building-something-customers-will-actually-buy/)
- [Catching the Wave: Why Your Hardware Startup Needs a Manufacturing Partner Early](https://prgnpi.com/why-your-hardware-startup-needs-a-manufacturing-partner-earl/)
- [It Takes a Village to Ship Hardware](https://prgnpi.com/it-takes-a-village-to-ship-hardware/)
- [Quality and Reliability: Requirements, Measurements, and Tools](https://prgnpi.com/quality-and-reliability-measurements-tools/) - Scott Weinstein explains how hardware experts ensure quality and reliability in their products in this video as part of Product Realization Group's new Expert Perspectives series.
- [Why is the leading cause of new product delays compliance failure?](https://prgnpi.com/6-prg-ate-sj-compliance-failure/) - Proactively address compliance failure to keep your product on track. Shirish Joshi explains how as part of PRG's Ask the Expert series.
- [Meet Wayne Miller, New Product Development and Introduction](https://prgnpi.com/meet-wayne-miller/) - Wayne Miller is a seasoned executive with decades of experience designing and manufacturing products in the robotics, clean-tech, semiconductor, and consumer industries.
- [Webinar: Mastering Multi-Supplier Collaboration for a More Resilient Supply Chain](https://prgnpi.com/multi-supplier-collaboration/)
- [Ask the Experts: Live!](https://prgnpi.com/ask-the-experts-live/) - This Ask The Expert Live session provided a comprehensive overview of the risks involved in product development and commercialization, presented by Michael Keer and Wayne Miller, both of us have over 30 years of experience in the field.
- [The 10 Best Practices for Agile Hardware Product Development](https://prgnpi.com/ask-the-experts-live-2/) - In this webinar hosted by Sean Murphy of SK Murphy, featuring guest speaker Michael Keer, founder and managing partner of the Product Realization Group, dive deep into the 10 best practices for Agile hardware product development.
- [PRG and Instrumental Join Forces to Revolutionize Hardware Development](https://prgnpi.com/prg-and-instrumental-join-forces/) - In a groundbreaking move set to transform the hardware development landscape, Product Realization Group (PRG) has announced a strategic partnership with Instrumental. This collaboration aims to dramatically accelerate the product launch process from concept to full-scale production.
- [Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Field Operations](https://prgnpi.com/bridging-the-gap-engineering-field-operations/) - Exciting insights from Wayne Miller on aligning engineering with field operations! With a rich background from Apple to Bossa Nova Robotics and now as a Partner at Product Realization Group, Wayne emphasizes the importance of engineers understanding field failures.
- [Event: Cleantech Open 2024 Global Forum](https://prgnpi.com/cleantech-open-2024-global-forum/) - Join Michael Keer at the Cleantech Open 2024 Global Forum coming to San Jose this October! Join us from October 28-31 at the San Jose Convention Center, co-located with the VERGE 24 event, for the ultimate gathering of clean technology innovators and leaders.
- [Meetup: Manufacturing in an Age of Tariffs: San Jose Hardware Meetup Returns to Spanner with PRG](https://prgnpi.com/san-jose-hardware-meetup/) - It’s a complex time for hardware professionals. On one hand, there’s a renewed surge of interest in hardware and deep tech from investors and founders. On the other, global trade tensions and evolving tariff policies are making supply chains more unpredictable than ever. At this event, we’ll hear from industry leaders who are helping companies navigate these challenges and explore strategies you can apply to your own hardware business.
- [7 Proven Strategies to Protect Your Supply Chain](https://prgnpi.com/7-proven-strategies-to-protect-your-supply-chain/) - In today's global economy, supply chain disruptions are inevitable. Companies must proactively plan for resilience and adaptability, whether due to geopolitical tensions, tariffs, component shortages, or factory challenges.
- [Navigating Factory Transitions: Key Risks, Benefits, and Expert Tips](https://prgnpi.com/navigating-factory-transitions/) - Switching factories or contract manufacturers can be one of the most impactful and challenging decisions a company makes. Whether it’s for cost savings, improved capabilities, or risk mitigation, making a move is never as simple as it seems.
- [Hidden Costs: Why Tariff Strategy Can’t Wait](https://prgnpi.com/hidden-costs-why-tariff-strategy-cant-wait/) - Discover how strategic tariff planning can boost your supply chain resilience and prevent costly penalties in global trade.
- [The Unconventional Path to US Manufacturing Success – Paramit](https://prgnpi.com/the-unconventional-path-to-us-manufacturing-success-paramit/)
- [Can you avoid tariffs by moving your factory?](https://prgnpi.com/can-you-avoid-tariffs-by-moving-your-factory/) - This conversation delves into the complexities of supplier relationships and the challenges faced when transitioning manufacturers. The speakers discuss the importance of competition among suppliers, the necessity of clear documentation, and the implications of tariffs on supply chains.
- [How to Reduce Tariff Costs and Strengthen Your Supply Chain](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-reduce-tariff-costs/)
- [Continuation Engineering: Turning Obsolescence into Opportunity](https://prgnpi.com/continuation-engineering/)
- [Join Us at Build Better 2025!](https://prgnpi.com/join-us-at-build-better-2025/)
- [Chapter 1: Hardware Product Realization in the Age of AI](https://prgnpi.com/in-the-age-of-ai-1/)
- [Chapter 2: Defining Product Realization and New Product Introduction](https://prgnpi.com/hardware-product-realization-in-the-age-of-ai-chapter-2/)
- [Chapter 3: Understanding your Markets](https://prgnpi.com/hardware-product-realization-in-the-age-of-ai-chapter-3-understanding-your-markets/)
- [Chapter 4: Distinguishing between Agile Hardware and Agile Software](https://prgnpi.com/distinguishing-between-agile-hardware-and-agile-software/)
- [Chapter 5: Applying agile hardware techniques, changing the normalized “old ways”](https://prgnpi.com/hardware-product-realization-in-the-age-of-ai-chapter-5/)
- [Chapter 6: Applying agile hardware techniques, changing the normalized “old ways” - Part 2](https://prgnpi.com/hardware-product-realization-in-the-age-of-ai-chapter-6-part-2-applying-agile-hardware-techniques-changing-the-normalized-old-ways/)
- [Chapter 7: Preparing for Agile Hardware Implementation, 10 Warning Signs to Look Out For](https://prgnpi.com/hardware-product-realization-in-the-age-of-ai-chapter-7-preparing-for-agile-hardware-implementation-part-1-ten-things-to-look-out-for/)
- [PRG Newsletter - September 2025](https://prgnpi.com/prg-newsletter-september-2025/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1763508025458{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] PRG Newsletters In this issue: our Build Better Summit sponsorship, how we helped Synopsys double production in record time, a look at how Paramit grew from $12M to $100M despite global pressures, and fresh insights on tariffs shaping global manufacturing.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13340″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1763577238566{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] How PRG Helped Synopsys Double
- [PRG Newsletter - November 2025](https://prgnpi.com/prg-newsletter-november-2025/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1763161304588{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] PRG Newsletters From startups to industry leaders, teams are redefining what’s possible in hardware development. This month, we’re sharing a real-world success story from Fictiv, highlights from the Build Better Conference, and exciting news about the next edition of Agile Hardware Product Realization.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13766″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1763161269354{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] Build
- [PRG Newsletter - December 2025](https://prgnpi.com/prg-newsletter-december-2025/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1763580537995{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] PRG Newsletters When it comes to deploying technology in the field, reliability isn’t optional—it’s essential. Gridware’s advanced grid monitoring sensors promised a new level of visibility for utilities, but to deliver on that promise, the company needed a solid foundation for testing, validation, and performance. That’s where PRG came in—helping Gridware
- [Webinar: Lower Risk, Reduce Costs and Meet Deadlines with Agile Hardware Product Realization](https://prgnpi.com/agile-hardware-product-realization/) - Learn how to apply Agile frameworks to hardware product development in a lively conversation between experts: Agile Hardware Coach Bernie Maloney, Product Realization Group’s founder Michael Keer and Engineering Practice Lead Jay Feldis.
- [PTC LiveWorx 2023 Breakout Session](https://prgnpi.com/ptc-liveworx-2023/) - Join Agile Hardware Expert and Product Realization Group’s founder and managing partner Michael Keer at PTC #LiveWorx 2023 on 10 Best Practices of Agile Hardware Product Realization.
- [Thoughts on the Consumer Mobility Market](https://prgnpi.com/thoughts-on-the-consumer-mobility-market/)
- [The Evolving World of AI](https://prgnpi.com/the-evolving-world-of-ai/)
- [The Evolution of High Technology Hardware Product Development](https://prgnpi.com/evolution-of-high-technology-hardware-product-development/)
- [The Importance of Customer Experience in Hardware Product Development](https://prgnpi.com/importance-customer-experience-hardware-product-development/)
- [Reflections on Reliability](https://prgnpi.com/reflections-on-reliability/)
- [Navigating a Workforce Being Transformed by AI](https://prgnpi.com/navigating-workforce-transformed-by-ai/)
- [Product Development and the Evolving Role of AI](https://prgnpi.com/community-product-development-the-evolving-role-of-ai/)
- [The Evolving Dynamics of the "New Space" Industry](https://prgnpi.com/evolving-dynamics-of-the-new-space-industry/)
- [Mexico’s Evolving Role in High‑Tech Hardware Supply Chains](https://prgnpi.com/mexicos-evolving-role-in-high‑tech-hardware-supply-chains/)
- [Strengthening Systems Cyber Security](https://prgnpi.com/strengthening-systems-cyber-security/)
- [The Magic of Metal 3D Printing](https://prgnpi.com/the-magic-of-metal-3d-printing/)
- [The Power of Planning Early to Reduce Program Risk Later](https://prgnpi.com/the-power-of-planning-early-to-reduce-program-risk-later/)
- [AI Opportunities in Hardware Product Development and Operations](https://prgnpi.com/ai-opportunities-in-hardware-product-development-and-operations/)
- [Enhancing Supplier Collaboration ("Shifting Left") to Thrive in a Time of Global Disruption](https://prgnpi.com/enhancing-supplier-collaboration/)
- [A Work in Progress - Building Agility into Hardware Operations](https://prgnpi.com/a_work_in_progress/)
- [Guiding Principles for Building the Future of Flight](https://prgnpi.com/guiding-principles-for-building-the-future-of-flight/)
- [Global Supply Chains in Transition](https://prgnpi.com/global-supply-chains-in-transition/)
- [If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.](https://prgnpi.com/if-you-want-to-go-fast-go-alone/)
- [In a Rapidly Changing Global Supply Chain, the Fundamentals Still Matter](https://prgnpi.com/in-a-rapidly-changing-global-supply-chain-the-fundamentals-still-matter/)
- [From Soil to Soul: Digging into the Future of Hardware](https://prgnpi.com/from-soil-to-soul-future-of-hardware/)
- [The Salt and the Feedback Loop](https://prgnpi.com/the_feedback_loop/)
- [From Slipping Schedules to Successful Launches: The TPM Advantage](https://prgnpi.com/the_tpm_advantage/)
- [Not All MVPs Are Equal, Nor Should They Be](https://prgnpi.com/not-all-mvps-are-equal-nor-should-they-be/)
- [7 Most Common Problems of Hardware New Product Introduction (& How to Solve Them)](https://prgnpi.com/7-most-common-problems-of-hardware-new-product-introduction-how-to-solve-them/) - Overcome obstacles in hardware product development like regulatory issues, risk naivety, ad hoc design, silo engineering, and lack of prototyping.
- [10 Best Practices for Managing Hardware Development Risk](https://prgnpi.com/10-best-practices-hardware-development-risk/) - Reduce risk in hardware product development with these top 10 best practices from Product Realization Group.
- [Essential Tools for Developing and Measuring Quality and Requirements](https://prgnpi.com/tools-for-developing-and-measuring-quality-and-requirements/) - Defining requirements and quality for hardware products using FMEA, correlation matrix, control plans, and measuring requirement compliance through testing
- [What is Design for Excellence's (DFX) role in product commercialization?](https://prgnpi.com/4-prg-ate-jf-dfx/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis gives opinions on the role DFX plays in designing your product for scale versus prototype.
- [Unlocking the Power of Quality and Reliability to Bring Better Products to Market](https://prgnpi.com/unlocking-the-power-of-quality-and-reliability/) - In today's competitive world, quality is not just a buzzword, it's a critical factor for survival. That's why Scott Weinstein, a seasoned expert in product design and operations, is here to share his insights on the essential principles of quality and reliability.
- [Unlocking Effective Quality Measurement](https://prgnpi.com/unlocking-effective-quality-measurement/) - Measuring quality is essential, but it may not be effective without first defining requirements. To do so, many experts use a hierarchical approach. This approach allows for a thorough evaluation of all necessary aspects, leading to better overall outcomes. Therefore, effective quality measurement can be achieved through hierarchical requirements definition.
- [Embracing Digital Transformation Early: The Key to Success in Medical Device Development and Manufacturing](https://prgnpi.com/medtech-digital-transformation/) - Embracing digital transformation through Software as a Service (SaaS) based Product Lifecycle Management and electronic Quality Management Systems (PLM-eQMS) is not just an option but a necessity to get ahead.
- [Why have supply chain issues been a steady problem since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?](https://prgnpi.com/1-prg-ate-jf-supply-chain/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis answers how supply chain issues have affected hardware product development.
- [Why is a stage-gate process important when moving from prototype to volume manufacturing?](https://prgnpi.com/5-prg-ate-mk-stage-gate/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer tells us what can go wrong if a formal process is not followed during the transition from prototype to manufacturing.
- [Why is the leading cause of new product delays compliance failure?](https://prgnpi.com/6-prg-ate-jf-compliance-failure/) - Proactively address compliance failure to keep your product on track. Jay Feldis explains how as part of PRG's Ask the Expert series.
- [Design for Excellence Today and Scale Tomorrow](https://prgnpi.com/design-for-excellence-today-and-scale-tomorrow/) - Product Realization Group Founder and managing partner Michael Keer explains why the DfX prevents big problems when companies scale production.
- [The Key to Faster Time to Market is Cross-functional Collaboration](https://prgnpi.com/1-the-key-to-faster-time-to-market-is-cross-functional-collaboration/) - In the fiercely competitive world of PC manufacturing, I once played a pivotal role at a large multi-billion-dollar company. We embarked on a memorable journey, climbing from the fifth position to becoming the market leader in a few short years. As you can imagine, even though it was a success for our bottom line, the chaotic day-to-day road to get there was not exactly my idea of a dream work life.
- [Developing an Effective Supply Chain Strategy](https://prgnpi.com/developing-an-effective-supply-chain-strategy/) - A robust supply chain strategy is a crucial aspect of a company's overall success in today's dynamic and competitive business environment. A well-designed supply chain strategy enables companies to reliably deliver product, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- [The Key to Faster Time to Market is Cross-functional Collaboration](https://prgnpi.com/2-the-key-to-faster-time-to-market-is-cross-functional-collaboration/) - Now, let’s go deeper to understand our unique approach to managing people and projects by leveraging a project management office.
- [Navigating the Hardware Launch: Overcoming Time and Budget Challenges in Product Development](https://prgnpi.com/time-and-budget-challenges-in-product-development/) - Join us for a conversation between Michael Keer, Founder and Managing Partner of Product Realization group, and Ken Kapur, an expert in product compliance, about overcoming the biggest barriers to new product development and introduction: time and money. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
- [Beyond Outsourcing: The Benefits of Establishing In-House Hardware Manufacturing](https://prgnpi.com/the-benefits-of-establishing-in-house-hardware-manufacturing/) - Many companies, especially for high-complexity products such as energy storage and robotics, are moving away from outsourced manufacturing to establish their own internal operations. In fact, Kearney’s 10th Annual Reshoring Index finds that reshoring has substantially increased during the past decade.
- [Why have supply chain issues been a steady problem since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-sj-q1/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Shirish Joshi answers how supply chain issues have affected hardware product development.
- [Agile Methods for MedTech Hardware Development: Embracing Innovation within Regulatory Constraints](https://prgnpi.com/agile-methods-for-medtech-hardware-development/) - In medical device hardware development, embracing Agile methods presents exciting opportunities and unique challenges. Unlike software development, where Agile practices have been widely adopted and standardized (as seen in the AAMI TIR45 Guidance), the transition in the hardware sector has been slower.
- [Building on Core Competencies as a Strategy for Hardware Success](https://prgnpi.com/building-on-core-competencies-as-a-strategy-for-hardware-success/) - Join us for a conversation between hardware expert David Graham, CEO of PowerBeam, a technology development firm, and Michael Keer, Founder and Managing Partner of Product Realization Group.
- [How to Overcome a Medical Device's Biggest Barrier to Launch: Regulatory Compliance](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-jf-q3/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis answers how to overcome the specifics of this challenge for medical devices which we see in many companies.
- [What is Design for Excellence's (DFX) role in product commercialization?](https://prgnpi.com/design-for-excellences-dfx-role/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer gives opinions on the role DFX plays in designing your product for scale versus prototype.
- [Strategic Product Management: A Pivotal Driver for Effective NPDI](https://prgnpi.com/strategic-product-management-a-pivotal-driver-for-effective-npdi/) - The product was great, worked fantastically, and sales proudly rushed it out to the customer. The customer said, "Oh, we needed that two years ago when we asked for it; now we've done things differently!" What difference would product management have made to this scenario?
- [Finding the Right Manufacturer and Tackling Tooling Challenges](https://prgnpi.com/finding-the-right-manufacturer-and-tackling-tooling-challenges/) - There are many challenges associated with taking an idea from concept to product, but the two that stand out for me are: 1. Plastic design and tooling take time 2. Finding the right manufacturing partner
- [What is the importance of iterative design for designing a minimum viable product?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-he-q2/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Howard Edelman answers how to overcome the challenge of ad-hoc design, which we see in many products.
- [Gaining Efficiency: Key Insights From A Large Company NPDI Assessment](https://prgnpi.com/key-insights-from-a-large-company-npdi-assessment/) - In today’s fiercely competitive and rapidly evolving business landscape, large companies, especially those developing hardware-based products, struggle with more complex operational frameworks and product development cycles.
- [What is the importance of marketing input in the product realization process?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-mk-q8/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series,Michael Keer tells us how marketing and market analysis play in product realization.
- [Navigating the New Normal: Trends Shaping Hardware Manufacturing](https://prgnpi.com/trends-shaping-hardware-manufacturing/) - The aftershocks of the pandemic compelled a sweeping reassessment of the hardware manufacturing landscape. Amid these shifts, three transformational themes have emerged: the restructuring of supply chains, the integration of cutting-edge technologies, and the necessity for upskilling. Continue reading to gain a deeper understanding.
- [The Hidden Challenges of Agile in Hardware Development: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them](https://prgnpi.com/the-hidden-challenges-of-agile-in-hardware-development/) - In the fast-paced world of technology and manufacturing, one of the biggest challenges hardware companies face is managing New Product Introduction (NPI) processes. A common misconception is that simply applying an Agile template used in software production to hardware production will solve all problems, but without thoughtful consideration, it's a recipe for disaster.
- [10 Critical Warning Signs Your New Product Development is at Risk](https://prgnpi.com/10-critical-warning-signs-your-new-product-development-at-risk/) - In the world of hardware new product introduction, a broken process can have severe consequences, jeopardizing the success of a product launch and hurting the reputation of a company. So, it is crucial to understand the warning signs that a process is disfunctional. Whether it's slipping schedules, exceeding budgets, or missing requirements, recognizing the signs allows teams to intervene in time.
- [Why have supply chain issues been a steady problem since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?](https://prgnpi.com/1-prg-ate-he-supply-chain/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Howard Edelman answers how supply chain issues have affected hardware product development.
- [What is Design for Excellence's (DFX) role in product commercialization?](https://prgnpi.com/4-prg-ate-aa_dg-dfx/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Allen Adolph and David Graham give opinions on the role DFX plays in designing your product for scale versus prototype.
- [How can an Agile methodology be part of the Hardware Product Development Process?](https://prgnpi.com/7-prg-ate-jf-agile-hardware/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis gives an opinion on the benefits that come from using an agile hardware development process over the more traditional waterfall process.
- [Iterating to Success: A First Principles Design Methodology](https://prgnpi.com/iterating-to-success/) - There is a spectrum of product development methodologies with two in particular that we would like to compare and contrast: Design By Analogy (DBA); and Knowledge Driven Product Development (KDPD). DBA is a “feel good” approach that satisfies one of the very basic tenets of good engineering, namely “don’t reinvent the wheel”.
- [Exposing the Truth: How Withholding Information in the Workplace Hurts Product Launches](https://prgnpi.com/exposing-the-truth/) - One major problem that often plagues companies is what can be termed the "silent lie." This practice involves individuals within an organization misrepresenting the truth and presenting a more favorable impression or obfuscating bad news.
- [Iterating to Success: A First Principles Design Methodology](https://prgnpi.com/iterating-to-success-2/) - In the first part of this series, we explained the benefits of Knowledge-Driven Product Development (KDPD), a way to blend analytical and empirical data to arrive at a more complete, objective, understanding of the design. In this part, we break down the individual steps as a team might experience them in the real work. In this part, we break down the individual steps as a team might experience them in the real work.
- [Why is the leading cause of new product delays compliance failure?](https://prgnpi.com/6-prg-ate-mk-compliance-failure/) - Proactively address compliance failure to keep your product on track. Michael Keer explains how as part of PRG's Ask the Expert series.
- [13. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-13/) - Now, in this final blog in the controlled Introduction series, we discuss the importance of customer trials, identifying and developing trial customers, running the trials and how to leverage the learnings resulting from these trials to benefit your business.
- [12. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/12-how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale/) - Now, let's continue to our next blog series, which will focus on business systems. Business systems are critical for supporting agile product realization, optimizing your processes, meeting regulatory compliance, and scaling your business. So let's explore business systems strategies, flows, usage throughout the product life cycle, and tips for success.
- [Why is a stage-gate process important when moving from prototype to volume manufacturing?](https://prgnpi.com/5-prg-ate-jf-stage-gate/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis tells us what can go wrong if a formal process is not followed during the transition from prototype to manufacturing.
- [Why is failing to adhere to regulatory compliance one of the biggest challenges when bringing a medical device to market?](https://prgnpi.com/webinar-2/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Howard Edelman answers how to overcome the specifics of this challenge which we see in many companies.
- [11. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/11-how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale/) - Now, let's dive into our next blog piece, where we'll uncover the world of mechanical tooling options that will support your product's successful development and scale-up into high-volume production. We'll be exploring 3D printing, soft tooling, and hard tooling, each offering unique advantages and trade-offs. By understanding these differences, you'll be empowered to make better informed decisions and select the best strategy to support your business.
- [10. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-10/) - Transitioning from engineering and beta units to high volume production involves finding a contract manufacturer (CM) as well as sub-tier volume suppliers, signing a deal with the CM, and handing off the set of data and instructions to make your product. Read on to learn what to lookout for in each step in the process of scaling your product into volume manufacturing.
- [9. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-9/) - Once you have engineering and beta units in hand, validation and verification can begin. In this stage, engineering teams should test your product against the engineering design specification to verify that your product meets the performance, reliability, regulatory, manufacturing test, and safety goals.
- [What Is The Importance Of Iterative Design For Developing A Minimum Viable Product?](https://prgnpi.com/2-prg-ate-mk-iterative-design/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer answers how to overcome the challenge of ad-hoc design, which we see in many products.
- [Manufacturing “Locally” in India](https://prgnpi.com/manufacturing-locally-in-india/) - Shirish Joshi, PRG’s Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain expert, reports on some of the smaller electronic manufacturing services in India.
- [8. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-8/) - Manufacturing is an essential step in a new product launch that requires a thoughtful strategy. In this stage, teams define a manufacturing strategy, create a development schedule, and built units to test.
- [7. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-7/) - In the last blog post, we discussed why Design for Excellence (DfX) is important to your business. Building on several important concepts, this blog will focus on the Product Development phase and discuss how incorporating Agile principles can improve and accelerate your hardware product development process.
- [6. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-6/) - Design for Excellence (DfX) is a holistic approach to designing a hardware product that takes into account how the product is made at scale. In addition to understanding your manufacturing plan and target costs, there are six categories to consider: assembly, cost, manufacturing, test, service, and supply chain.
- [5. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-5/) - Mapping good ideas to product development is best done in the concurrent engineering framework, a collaborative approach to new product introduction. Using the MVP and the product roadmap, you are now ready to move into balancing design concepts with business concerns like costs.
- [4. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-4/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10664″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675898246844{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] 4. DESIGN & PLANNING – Part 1 [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675847821605{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]A clear picture of your marketing and product requirements from the previous phase, Concept & Feasibility, sets the state for the next phase in the life cycle, Design & Planning.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10670″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675855490322{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Minimum Viable Product The
- [3. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-2-2/) - The feasibility phase addresses two questions. First, can your design be made into a manufacturable product? And, second, how will you sell your product and to whom? Validating the feasibility of manufacturing a new product is the next chapter in our series by Mike Freier on how to take a new hardware product from idea to scale.
- [2. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-2-1/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”10590″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1674639030995{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] 2. CONCEPT & FEASIBILITY PHASE – Part 1: Concept [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1674661473071{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In this series on developing a hardware product from idea to scale, we begin with the essential but often overlooked Concept & Feasibility phase. This blog explains the concept half of the process, which addresses the customer,
- [1. How to get from idea to scale](https://prgnpi.com/how-to-get-from-idea-to-scale-1/) - Mike Freier, a PRG Partner, authored a series of blogs about how hardware products transition from an idea, through development, manufacturing and volume sales to their eventual end of life. Join us on this journey and learn how to avoid the pitfalls and risks that companies encounter on their way to a successful product launch.
- [Why have supply chain issues been a steady problem since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-aa_dg-q1/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Allen Adolph and David Graham answer how supply chain issues have affected hardware product development.
- [Why is a stage-gate process important when moving from prototype to volume manufacturing?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-sj-q5/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Shirish Joshi tells us what can go wrong if a formal process is not followed during the transition from prototype to manufacturing.
- [How can an Agile methodology be part of the Hardware Product Development Process?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-mk-q7/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer gives an opinion on the benefits that come from using an agile hardware development process over the more traditional waterfall process.
- [Why is marketing input essential to the product realization process?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-jf-q8/) - Marketing — understanding your customer and their needs — and market analysis play a crucial role in an efficient product realization process. Jay Feldis tells us how as part of PRG's Ask the Expert series.
- [Why is the leading cause of new product delays compliance failure?](https://prgnpi.com/prg-ate-he-q6/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675676637868{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Proactively address compliance failure to keep your product on track. Howard Edelman explains how as part of PRG’s Ask the Expert series.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675676611021{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Why is a stage-gate process important when moving from prototype to volume manufacturing?](https://prgnpi.com/stage-gate-process/) - As part of PRG’s Ask the Expert series, David Graham and Allen Adolph explain the benefits of using stage gates or a formal process that breaks up large projects into smaller stages or phases. As products progress from prototyping to manufacturing, stage gates allow teams to make effective decisions at critical junctures.
- [Why is failing to adhere to regulatory compliance one of the biggest challenges when bringing a medical device to market?](https://prgnpi.com/3-prg-ate-mk-med-compliance/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer answers how to overcome the specifics of this challenge for medical devices which we see in many companies.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-6/) - As we begin 2023 there is still a lot of uncertainty about what this new year will bring to businesses. With multiple layoffs in the tech industry continuing to cause concerns for product development, this blog showed multiple ways to remain competitive – this final part summarizes all the recommendations given previously.
- [What is Design for Excellence's (DFX) role in product commercialization?](https://prgnpi.com/4-prg-ate-sj-dfx/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Shirish Joshi gives an opinion on the role DFX plays in designing your product for scale versus prototype.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-5/) - In this, the fifth blog in our series written by Mike Freier, he examines how using tools to automate and integrate processes and systems can keep your business competitive by helping your products get to market faster with less failures.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-4/) - In today’s environment, where many people are talking about a possible recession, the fourth blog in our series talks about the need to have a strong New Product Introduction process.
- [How can an Agile methodology be part of the Hardware Product Development Process?](https://prgnpi.com/how-can-an-agile-methodology-be-part-of-the-hardware-product-development-process/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Howard Edelman gives an opinion on the benefits that using an agile hardware development process over the more traditional waterfall process.
- [What is the importance of iterative design for designing a minimum viable product?](https://prgnpi.com/2-prg-ate-jf-iterative-design/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Jay Feldis answers how to overcome this challenge which we see in many companies.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-3/) - In today’s environment, where many people are talking about a possible recession, the third blog in our series gives you suggestions about some of the ways you can keep your products competitive, and run your company more efficiently.
- [Why have supply chain issues have been a steady problem since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?](https://prgnpi.com/1-prg-ate-mk-supply-chain/) - As part of PRG's Ask the Expert series, Michael Keer answers how supply chain issues have affected hardware product development.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-2/) - In today’s environment, where many people are talking about a possible recession, the second in our series talks about the way you can continue to develop your products competitively.
- [Gaining a competitive edge in a down cycle](https://prgnpi.com/gaining-a-competitive-edge-in-a-down-cycle-1/) - In this new series of blogs written for us by one of our partners, Mike Freier, PRG is presenting a series of practical suggestions to help you through the predicted downturn of the next few months.
- [Global Supply Chains - Q&A: Covid-19](https://prgnpi.com/global-supply-chains-qa-covid-19/) - Are you interested in learning how Covid-19 has affected the average fluctuation in seasonal supply chains? Watch our brief Q&A to find out more.
- [Global Supply Chains - Q&A: China and Manufacturing](https://prgnpi.com/qa-china-and-manufacturing/) - With so many issues around supply chains, and much manufacturing being concentrated in China, has the time come to look to new locations? Here insights from our experts in this Q&A.
- [Current State of Global Supply Chains](https://prgnpi.com/current-state-of-global-supply-chains/) - In this presentation, PRG Founder and President Michael Keer provides insight on the top supply chain challenges today and what you can do to help alleviate them.
- [Current Challenges in Supply Chain: The U.S. View](https://prgnpi.com/challenges-in-supply-chain-us-view/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant changes in our day-to-day lives; changes which may have an impact for years to come. Unfortunately, the global supply chain was also victim to these pandemic-related disruptions. Should these disruptions have an equally lasting impact, will it forever alter the global supply chain?
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Operations & Supply Chain](https://prgnpi.com/operations-and-supply-chain/) - In our final new product introduction blog post, we cover the importance of operations and supply chain in building better products that are more profitable.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Prototype & Manufacturing Builds](https://prgnpi.com/prototype-manufacturing-builds/) - In this installment of our new product introduction blog, Michael Keer discusses why it’s important to iterate on prototype builds, ensuring you test the product fully before committing to manufacture.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Scalable Business Systems](https://prgnpi.com/scalable-business-systems/) - In this week’s new product introduction video blog we explore how scalable business systems can help your product move efficiently from prototype to manufacture at scale, saving you both time and money.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Standards Compliance](https://prgnpi.com/standards-compliance/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1622017946152{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]PRG Founder and Managing Partner Michael Keer details more the importance of understanding the regulatory process and how it impacts product development and profitability in the latest installment of our new product introduction video blog series.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1622018016287{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Rapid Prototyping](https://prgnpi.com/rapid-prototyping/) - In part five of our new product introduction blog series we explore how rapid prototyping and product reliability methodologies can ensure your product is built efficiently and able to withstand prolonged customer use.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Design for Excellence](https://prgnpi.com/design-for-excellence/) - Learn more about the importance of the Design for Excellence (DFx) set of practices in part 4 of our new product introduction video blog, including the DFx family of frameworks and its tie to product profitability.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Getting Started](https://prgnpi.com/best-practices-in-product-development/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1618993119370{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In part one of our series on new product introduction, Michael Keer, Founder and Managing Partner of Product Realization Group details some of the top areas that this blog series will be exploring and the the common pitfalls companies face in getting their product to market.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1619016894982{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Agile Hardware](https://prgnpi.com/agile-hardware/) - On this week’s video blog on bringing profitable products to market, we focus on concurrent engineering, ensuring that you bring this to your hardware development to make it an agile process, and develop a functional and manufacturable product.
- [The 8 Best Practices of New Product Introduction: Understanding Risks](https://prgnpi.com/understanding-risks/) - In part 3 of our new product introduction (NPI) blog, we explore how to overcome the biggest risks in getting your product to market and the importance of developing a minimum viable product.
- [MedTech Manufacturing Readiness](https://prgnpi.com/medtech-manufacturing-readiness/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9782″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1617095643910{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Dr. Kate Stephenson, Dyad Engineering[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1617134478622{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]There is a world of difference between making one unit versus 100,000 units of a product, especially if what you are developing and manufacturing is a medical device. Moving into manufacturing is not just about design readiness, it serves as the defining
- [Getting Product Design Right](https://prgnpi.com/getting-product-design-right/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9668″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611072927454{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Designing medical devices requires more rigor than other devices. For example, you need to submit documentation to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or Conformitè Europëenne (CE) showing you followed a certain process. Much of this is good practice for any product and can improve your ability to complete designs
- [Taking the Pain Out of the Medical Device Development Process](https://prgnpi.com/medical-device-development-process/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9731″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1612877541409{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]When it comes to product development, implementing a robust process is critical to product success. There are different schools of thought – e.g., Waterfall, V-model, Agile – so how do you know which one will be the best for your medical device? Traditional medical device product development process has often
- [Funding Your Great MedTech Idea](https://prgnpi.com/funding-your-great-medtech-idea/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9578″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1607553734516{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]In this week’s blog, we’re going to look at the key items that investors look for in a successful MedTech idea pitch. As you may remember from our past two blogs, we highlighted how to ensure your idea can make it to market, and how you can use this guidance
- [Ensuring Your MedTech Product Makes It to Market](https://prgnpi.com/ensuring-your-medtech-product-makes-it-to-market/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9497″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1606152675972{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Last time in this blog series we discussed how to determine if your idea is likely to be successful when presented to target customers. In this blog, we’re going to talk about some of the hurdles that your product will have to clear to make it to market – the
- [MedTech: Understanding the Market](https://prgnpi.com/understanding-the-market/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9486″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1605197247970{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By David Eden, Sales and Marketing Lead [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1605197363823{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]So, this is it. You have come up with an idea for the next market-leading medical device! Now you are thinking…what’s next? What’s my plan to get this done? In this blog, the second in PRG’s series on developing successful
- [Spotlight on MedTech](https://prgnpi.com/spotlight-on-medtech/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9343″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1603377122591{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]All products are different, but those in the MedTech industry, in particular, come with some unique challenges and associated costs. Regardless of the size of your company, from startup to large corporation, ensuring efficient time-to-market in this competitive and highly regulated industry can be difficult. In response, we decided to
- [Insights and Highlights of Our Supply Chain Blog Series](https://prgnpi.com/supply-chain-blog-series/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9227″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1601481793959{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Shirish Joshi, Practice Lead – Operations and Supply Chain [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1601481905660{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Coronavirus has had a huge and unprecedented impact on global supply chains and people around the world. In response, we at Product Realization Group (PRG), decided to launch a series of blogs, featuring diverse insights and strategies
- [Coronavirus and the Consumer Products Landscape](https://prgnpi.com/coronavirus-and-the-consumer-products-landscape/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9212″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1600769757354{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Jessica Ching, Chief Marketing Officer for Product Realization Group [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1600789923673{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The Coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on the global population – from our health, to the way we live and work. One lesson that quickly became apparent was how supply chain issues were leaving their
- [UCSF Innovation Ventures Announces Entrepreneur-in-Residence Howard Edelman](https://prgnpi.com/ucsf-innovation-ventures-howard-edelman/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1581114966878{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 5px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 5px !important;border-left-color: #bfbfbf !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #bfbfbf !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #bfbfbf !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #bfbfbf !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”8667″ img_size=”full” css=”.vc_custom_1581108080193{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”8663″
- [Navigating Your Supply Chain in an Uncertain World](https://prgnpi.com/navigating-your-supply-chain/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1596707358935{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1596708512497{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1596724635900{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Jeff Rosen, JS Rosen Consulting[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1596727455820{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]When it comes to scaling high-growth businesses, there are many issues that are unique from a supply chain perspective. These can include: not having a stable supply-and-demand for your products or the right data, processes, tools or
- [China View and Challenges for Start-ups](https://prgnpi.com/china-view-and-challenges-for-start-ups/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1597326079790{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1596708512497{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1597230970740{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Scott Miller, Executive Director of AP Manufacturing Group Limited (HK)[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1597326240659{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]There’s been a lot of discussion recently about much of the world’s manufacturing, and specifically the US, moving away from China. Initially this was due to the trade disputes, and it is
- [Achieving Supply Chain and Volume Manufacturing Success](https://prgnpi.com/achieving-supply-chain-and-volume-manufacturing-success/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9193″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1599692289265{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Putting a strong supply chain in place is critical to product success and profitability. Having the right strategy, partners and processes can help you streamline product cycles, and manage fluctuating demand and diverse regulatory requirements. PRG’s customer is a rapidly growing U.S.-based company that serves the workplace safety industry. Their
- [The Onshore Versus Offshore Manufacturing Conundrum](https://prgnpi.com/onshore-versus-offshore-manufacturing/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9204″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1599842976034{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By Wayne Miller, Executive Director[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1599843027839{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Deciding where to manufacture your product is a critical choice for any company and is influenced by the industry and types of assemblies involved. Manufacturing location will impact product cost, quality and logistics timing, as well as responsiveness to technical or field issues.
- [Human Factors in Product Development](https://prgnpi.com/human-factors-in-product-development/) - By UserWise Imagine that an automated external defibrillator (AED) is on an airport wall and that a traveler goes into cardiac arrest. A passerby runs up to the AED, brings it to the person, and sets up the AED. They are about to resuscitate using an AED when they notice a blinking light with the
- [Insider Takeaways from CES 2020](https://prgnpi.com/insider-takeaways-from-ces-2020/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1581004148584{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Did you attend the highly anticipated and action-packed Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas? There’s a strategy to the madness! Pavan Kumar, Co-Founder & CTO at Cocoon Health, Chrissy Meyer, Partner at Root Ventures, Mark Brinkerhoff, President at FusionDesign, Jennifer Ernst, CEO at Tivic Health, and Michael Keer, CEO at Product Realization Group

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- [Book 1](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-1-2/) - “This book deeply resonates with my experience. The NPDI processes contained within are of tremendous value to hardware development teams. It is a must read for design and manufacturing professionals!”
- [Customer 1](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-1/) - "PRG was an outstanding partner throughout the HAPS-200 volume production effort. They provided operational leadership, hands-on engineering support, and program discipline we needed to meet an aggressive schedule for a very complex product. Their expertise in NPI, manufacturing readiness, and quality systems was instrumental to our success."
- [Customer 4](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-4/) - "Working with PRG was a transformative experience for Synopsys. Their expertise in systems and processes has delivered a roadmap for significantly improving our business systems, operational efficiency and product quality. The transition to a unified, cloud-based system will eliminate data silos and foster better collaboration across our global teams and manufacturing partners. As a result,
- [Customer 11](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-11/) - "The PRG allowed us to focus on core competencies of engineering and product development, and leverage their expertise for manufacturing engineering and process support."
- [Customer 10](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-10/) - "Partnering with PRG was pivotal for Ventiva. Their expertise in reliability engineering and product validation helped us to address potential design and manufacturing risks and ensured that our breakthrough cooling technology meets the highest industry standards. With PRG’s support, we are confident that Ventiva ICE will set a new benchmark in thermal management, delivering unparalleled
- [Customer 9](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-9/) - "Mike and the PRG team brought tremendous value to Sandstone’s product development strategy. The PRG Roadmap and exceptional team of experts helped us identify and fill gaps in development, manufacturing, and regulatory timelines to accelerate our path to market."
- [Customer 8](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-8/) - "We could not have developed Beacon in the time we did and within our limited budget without the help of PRG. Having a team of seasoned experts that worked together previously and trusted each other, enabled by a collaborative development process, and led by an exceptional project manager, was the key to making Beacon a
- [Customer 7](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-7/) - "Our partnership with PRG was instrumental in gaining an outside expert perspective to help support the evolution of our product development processes. The improvements in our PLM and ERP systems have provided a plan to streamline our operations and reduce the risk of errors, allowing us to focus on what we do best—innovating and creating
- [Customer 6](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-6/) - "Working with PRG was a game-changer for Gradient. Their expertise in NPDI provided the structure and clarity we needed to navigate the complexities of our product development process. The actionable insights and process improvements they recommended laid the foundation for accelerating product development and scaling the business, not just for this product, but for all
- [Customer 5](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-5/) - "Our company made a huge bet on getting our first product to market. At risk of missing the market window, we had to make a dramatic shift from Prototype to scalable Manufacturing. We didn’t just need help, we needed to build an organization. PRG delivered a vetted team of A-list players, both consultants and full-time
- [Customer 3](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-3/) - "PRG supported us across a range of critical quality and reliability initiatives during a period of rapid growth at Gridware. Their on-demand expertise enabled us to establish core programs in test, supplier quality, and reliability well before we had in-house resources in place. PRG provided guidance on CM selection, test prioritization, tradeoffs between internal and
- [Customer 2](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/customer-2/) - "Partnering with Product Realization Group has been a game-changer for Xconn Technologies. Their expertise in operations significantly accelerated our development and manufacturing processes and is helping us maintain our competitive edge in the AI and HPC markets."
- [Book 6](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-6/) - “This book deeply resonates with my experience. The NPDI processes contained within are of tremendous value to hardware development teams. It is a must-read for design and manufacturing professionals!”
- [Book 5](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-5/) - “From resource management to MVP and beyond, Agile Hardware Product Realization packs decades of experience and understanding of the product development process into easily understandable methods and processes that any aspiring startup team can utilize.”
- [Book 4](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-4/) - “Keer details what most experienced product developers wish they had known earlier in their careers. The book lays out step-by-step details that help navigate the uncertainty that can be challenging when designing and releasing a new hardware product into the market.”
- [Book 3](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-3/) - “The mantra of “move fast and break things,” simply doesn’t work with hardware products. This book provides practical and valuable guidance to anyone walking the path of hardware product development.”
- [Book 2](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-2/) - “As a testament to its effectiveness, we followed this process to successfully launch Roost’s first product in under a year, thanks to the early identification of hidden roadblocks. The invaluable lessons in this book are now deeply ingrained in our product development process, paving the way for another ten successful product launches and beyond.”
- [Book 1](https://prgnpi.com/testimonial/book-1/) - “Agile Hardware Product Realization distills the most relevant processes, tools, and techniques to allow organizations to flourish in a challenging macro environment.”

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