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  • PROOF OF CONCEPT

    At this stage, the form of the device is unknown. It is important here to assess the feasibility of the design, develop a mock-up, and get early user feedback.

    The output of this stage is proof of the function of the device, and a set of requirements to drive later design.

  • PROTOTYPING

    Now that the concept is bedded down, a prototype can be developed to mimic the final features of the design and get buy-in from stakeholders and end users.

    The output of this stage is the minimum viable product to demonstrate to stakeholders and to optimise for manufacture.

  • DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURING

    During this stage, the prototype will be re-designed to make it easier to manufacture and to reduce its final cost.

    The output of this stage is a full design ready to manufacture.

  • DESIGN TESTING AND VALIDATION

    A small run of the final design is made. This is when the design is tested against user needs and against the original product requirements, and where costing forecasts can be created for market entry.

    The output of this stage is approval to take the design to manufacture.

  • TRANSFER TO MANUFACTURE

    With the design approved, a manufacturing line must be set up to produce it. This is a large body of work, and includes designing jigs and fixtures to aid assembly, writing assembly instructions for operators, and creating and maintaining the supply chain for the device.

    The output of this stage is market entry, but there will always be ongoing support of the manufacturing line to ensure consistent quality and cost.

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