LA NPDT's New Product
Development Process
Welcome to LA NPDT’s New Product Development Process page! Here, we guide you through the essential steps to transform your innovative idea into a successful market-ready product.
Our process encompasses everything from initial concept development to launching your product, ensuring all aspects of design, prototyping, and manufacturing are handled professionally and efficiently.
We invite you to watch the video on the right for a detailed overview of our comprehensive process.
You can also scroll down to explore each stage in detail and see how our team can support you at every step. Discover the roadmap we use to bring new products to life for our clients and internal projects.
1 | Product Discovery
2 | Concept Design
3 | Provisional Patent Application
4 | Potential Consumer Survey
5 | Technical Design & Engineering
6 | Prototyping
7 | Intellectual Property Protection
8 | Design for Manufacturing
9 | Marketing Materials
10a | Licensing
a1 | Licensee Scouting
a2 | Terms Negotiation
10b | Venturing
b1 | Funding Search
b2 | Manufacturing
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a2 | Terms Negotiation
a2 | Terms Negotiation
b2 | Manufacturing
Product Launch
LA NPDT’s Product
Development Process Map
The Product Discovery stage is where we begin our journey together. We work with you to understand your idea, its market potential, and its unique value proposition.
This phase involves conducting thorough market research and a prior art search to identify existing patents and similar inventions, helping us define a clear path forward. Our goal is to refine your concept and outline a development strategy that maximizes its chances for success.
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In the Concept Design stage, we translate your idea into a visual representation. Our design team develops sketches, 3D models, and renders that capture the product’s aesthetics and core functionalities.
Through collaborative feedback sessions, we ensure the concept aligns with your vision and is feasible for further development, setting a solid foundation for engineering and prototyping.
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To protect your intellectual property early in the process, we facilitate the filing of a provisional patent application.
Our legal partners assist in preparing and submitting the application, providing your product with a “patent pending” status that safeguards your idea while allowing for continued development and testing.
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We validate your concept by gathering real-world feedback from potential customers. This stage involves conducting surveys to understand the needs, preferences, and pain points of your target audience.
The insights gained from this research help refine the product’s design and positioning before moving forward.
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During the Technical Design and Engineering stage, our engineering team develops detailed designs and technical specifications for every component of your product.
We create CAD models, perform simulations, and conduct technical evaluations to ensure that all parts meet functional and safety requirements.
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Prototyping brings your concept to life with a tangible, functional model. In this stage, we build prototypes to test and refine the design, ensuring it meets all requirements.
Multiple iterations are conducted to perfect the product, identify potential issues, and resolve them before transitioning to the manufacturing phase.
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Building on the provisional patent, we assist in securing formal intellectual property protection.
Our legal partners help prepare and file comprehensive patent applications, trademarks, or other IP protections to safeguard your product as it moves closer to market entry.
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The Design for Manufacturing stage involves optimizing the product for large-scale production. This includes selecting materials, refining the design for cost efficiency, and planning the entire production process. We address the supply chain, quality control, and all other nuances related to manufacturing the first batch, ensuring the product is ready for mass production.
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We develop comprehensive marketing materials, including packaging design, product photography, videos, and sales collateral.
This stage is crucial to creating a strong brand presence and ensuring your product’s benefits are effectively communicated to potential customers and partners.
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10a | Licensing Path
a1 | Licensee Scouting
Typically, this stage involves identifying and approaching potential licensees who might be interested in your product. The goal is to find companies that align with your vision and have the capability to bring your product to market efficiently.
a2 | Terms Negotiation
In this stage, terms for a licensing agreement are negotiated, ensuring that both parties benefit. This could involve discussions on royalties, distribution rights, and other key terms that define the relationship between the inventor and the licensee.
10b | Venturing Path
b1 | Funding Search
We help identify and approach potential investors or funding sources, including venture capital, angel investors, or crowdfunding platforms, to support the product’s launch and growth.
b2 | Manufacturing
We provide specialized short-run manufacturing services for first batches, allowing our customers to test their products in the market with minimal investment and production time.
For scaling up, we partner with mass manufacturing companies to help transition from initial runs to large-scale manufacturing, ensuring a smooth ramp-up of production capacity.
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PRODUCT LAUNCH
PRODUCT LAUNCH
The culmination of all development efforts, the Product Launch, marks your product’s debut in the market.
This stage involves executing your go-to-market strategy, managing distribution channels, and beginning sales.
It’s the moment your product reaches customers and begins its journey toward success.
ORDER A PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
PLAN FOR YOUR IDEA
Ready to bring your idea to life? Order a custom Product Development Plan (PDP) tailored specifically to your concept!
Our PDP provides a clear roadmap from your current stage to the market, detailing every step from design and engineering to prototyping and manufacturing. You’ll receive an estimate of costs, duration, potential challenges, and key considerations for developing your product.
Developing a PDP typically takes 3 to 7 days. After purchase, you’ll receive an intake form to describe your idea, provide relevant materials, and ensure all information is protected under a non-disclosure agreement. This plan gives you clarity on how much it will cost, how long it will take, and what each step involves.
Want to see a sample?
Before purchasing, view an example of a PDP to understand what you’ll receive.
Simply provide your name and contact information, and download the sample plan to get started!
$149
LA New Product Development Team is a comprehensive product development firm, offering services ranging from idea generation and product design to manufacturing and marketing. LANPDT collaborates with startups and established businesses to transform concepts into market-ready innovations.
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