LA New Product Development Team
1,000+ products developed since 2015, from first sketch to working prototype to factory-ready files. Stage 1 starts at a fixed $800.
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Product engineering, done this way, ends in a working product you can hold, not a presentation deck. You bring a concept, spec, or sketches; we engineer it so it can actually be built, prototype it so you can test it, and hand over the drawings a factory quotes from. See the full scope, stages and typical budgets on product development services, or browse every offering under product development solutions.
Why Founders Choose LA NPDT
Straight answers early: market research, patent context, and honest cost and timeline estimates.
A plan you can follow: a development roadmap with clear milestones and no vague middle.
One team, end to end: designers, engineers, and prototype builders under the same roof.
Drawings a factory can use: detailed CAD models, product renderings, and specifications suppliers can quote from.
Proof it works: feasibility studies and working proof of concept (POC) prototypes you can test.
Fixed price per stage: every stage is quoted before it starts, so you never commit to a whole program at once.
Shark Tank Success, Backed by Strategic Product Development
A unique natural skincare concept brought to life and taken to Shark Tank, resulting in a deal with Simón and Miguel Layún.
PRODUCT DESIGN | PROTOTYPING | PACKAGING.
View Case Study: Gelato for Your FaceHow an idea becomes a product, stage by stage
Every product in the case studies above started as an idea. Our product development process runs in numbered stages, from a fixed $800 Review/Analysis + Plan to Product Launch. Each later stage gets its own fixed quote before it starts.
You don't need every stage. Start from wherever your product is today.
Starting from an AI render or a sketch?
Here is the short route through that map. Four steps turn a picture into something a factory can quote, and each one shapes what the product will cost to make.
Concept design: real geometry, a rough parts list and a cost-to-make estimate.
Alpha and beta prototypes, built and tested against your requirements.
Manufacturing planning: drawings, parts list, supplier quotes and tooling tweaks.
Not sure which step you are on? We'll tell you on a free call. Book a free 20-min call
Pick the part of the map you need. Each option below covers a set of stages, and every stage is quoted on its own before it starts.
You have an idea and want one experienced team to take it from concept to a product ready for manufacturing.
You have sketches, AI renderings, CAD, or a concept and want something physical.
Design work before the build is quoted separately
Build My Prototype
You already have a developed concept or prototype and need expert help getting it production-ready.
You have a team, ideas, and business goals, but need an experienced technical team to move quickly alongside you.
So what does it cost? That depends mostly on how complex your product is. See costs by complexity, right below
Every product falls into one of four classes. Here is what a full program typically costs with our team, from Stage 1 through Manufacturing Planning & DFM.
A · Basic
One part, no moving parts, no electronics.
A molded rubber dog toy that files nails during play. Our team handled design for manufacturing, mold and assembly design, and prototypes. It is now sold at Chewy, Walmart and QVC.
B · Simple
One mechanism or simple electronics.
A weekly pill organizer built around a patented scooping mechanism: single-cell proof, full product design and DFM.
C · Moderate
Several mechanisms, medium electronics and firmware.
A waterproof electric groomer with a self-cleaning charging dock and a Shark Tank deal: mechanical engineering, sealing, battery and dock electronics, prototypes and manufacturing handoff.
D · Complex
Multi-subsystem, firmware, hydraulics, app or custom tech.
Connected HVAC diagnostic probes with a companion iOS app: sensor hardware, electronics, firmware, IoT integration and the mobile app.
Labor only, including equipment and machine time. Materials, tooling, certification, patent fees and app or cloud software are extra. Ranges are typical, not a quote; your price may come in below or above. Large automated systems and regulated medical devices often run above Class D.
Simple product with clear CAD, sketches or a spec? Get a fixed stage 2 quote within 48 hours of your call.
Funding the work with a grant?
We help turn technical ideas into credible concepts, feasibility evidence, development plans, prototypes, and commercialization roadmaps for grant-funded R&D. Our team has experience supporting and executing Phase I and Phase II DoD SBIR projects, including work involving DHA, the Air Force, and the Navy.
Explore SBIR Support
The disciplines behind every stage, each with its own page.
Engineering parts that hold up in use and can still be produced at a sensible cost.
Turning designs into parts you can hold and test, using 3D printing and CNC machining.
Getting you ready for the factory: design for manufacturing (DFM), supplier selection, and quality checks.
Custom circuits and system integration for products that need to sense, connect, or compute.
Production-ready printed circuit board layouts built for reliability and assembly.
Embedded code and companion apps that make the hardware genuinely usable.
Balancing how a product looks with how it is held, used, and understood.
Packaging, branding, and visuals that explain the product at a glance.
Finding out who buys, who else sells, and where your product fits.
Shaping and sharpening ideas so they answer a real need in the market.
You can explore these questions first using InventDraft, our platform for early-stage idea analysis.
See if your idea is worth pursuing.
Check Your IdeaA practical first step before starting a full development project.
InventDraft | Our platform for early-stage idea analysis
Check your idea yourself, for free
Search issued patents and published applications to see what already exists around your idea.
Search patentsRun a quick USPTO trademark search to check whether your product or brand name is available.
Check trademarksGet an AI-screened read on novelty, market fit, and technical feasibility in minutes.
Analyze your ideaEstimate what it takes to build a proof-of-concept based on materials, complexity, and finish.
Estimate costGuides for founders building a physical product
Prototyping is where craft meets science. Learn how prototypes are built and why they matter. See which method fits your stage, and where each one lands in your timeline.
View Article: Prototyping: All you need to know
Eco-conscious design is strategy, not decoration. See how to build it in without losing performance. We cover materials, rules to follow, and choices that hold up over time.
View Article: Sustainable Product Design
A great product is not enough. Learn how to build interest and reach the right buyers. We cover messaging, timing, and which channels are worth your budget.
View Article: Creating a Marketing Strategy for New Products
The step most projects underestimate. See what a factory actually needs from you, how to find and vet a manufacturer, and which checks stop a run from going wrong.
View Article: How to Turn a Design Into a Manufactured ProductSee how a product goes from idea to market
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Step by Step
Product Innovation & Product Development Methods, Used by Successful Companies
What founders say about working with us
“This company is awesome. I run a medical device company and we required a number of accessories to be designed and built for our medical device. They delivered a polished design and printed the accessories on time using high-quality materials. I continue to work with them for all of our material needs.”
Matteo Ziff
Founder, Virtual Vision
“Partnering with LA NPDT was pivotal for Venthalpy. Their comprehensive expertise, from mechanical and electronics engineering to firmware and mobile app creation, brought our vision to life. Engaging a single, unified development company streamlines the journey from concept to reality.”
Dustin Morris
COO, Venthalpy Products
“LA NPDT's technical expertise was instrumental in bringing the Evera Bottle to life. Their guidance on material selection and design optimization ensured a production-ready design that aligns perfectly with our sustainability goals.”
Steffek Rainey
Executive Director, Evera Bottle
“LA NPDT played an integral role in the development and visualization of our SAFE Camp concept. Their technical expertise and creative thinking helped us define our vision in a way that was persuasive and compelling. That communication was instrumental in securing a $100,000 grant from Walmart.”
Rob Gaudet
Executive Director, Cajun Navy
Tell us about your product
Ready to find out whether your product can be built, what it will cost, and how to get it made? At LA New Product Development Team we take products the whole way: concept review, engineering, prototype development, and manufacturing support through your first production run.
Our engineers, designers, and strategists have delivered over a thousand product development projects. We solve the hard technical problems and then build what we design, so nothing gets handed off to someone who was not in the room when the decisions were made.
Our Contact Information
LA New Product Development Team
823 W California Ave., Ruston, LA 71270
