Take It To The Next Level

You’ve already taken the next step, just by visiting this page. Whether you have decided to move forward through the process, or are still considering your options, let us help you understand the processes that bring your product idea through to fruition, and allow you to achieve your dream of sharing your product with the world. You’ve come so far, by following your initial thought through the idea process. Here’s what happens next.

The next natural step in the process is to focus on the product design. Product design is a critical step in the product development lifecycle. This is where engineers figure out how to eliminate those nuances you found. A good design:

One key piece of the puzzle that is often missed is whether an inventor should follow the venturing path and build their own business for their product, or whether they should follow the idea licensing path and license the product to another business. Both answers are right in different scenarios. Our team can walk this path with you, helping you decide what is best for your unique situation.

Your idea may need funding, either through a bank, an investor, or another company. There are many good ways to get funding for your project (and some not so good ways). Our team can work with you to navigate the highway and find the right investors for you.

Every product needs a solid manufacturer in order to succeed and every inventor needs a manufacturing company they can trust to bring their product to life. LA NPDT has a network of manufacturing companies that we work with regularly that can help make your product a reality. These manufacturers have proven their trustworthiness and reliability time and again and we are proud to partner with them in our manufacturing phase. Let our partners work for you.

Each project starts with a free consultation. We then provide an estimate for each project. You pay what is quoted. We believe you should only pay for the end result, so we don’t charge additional hourly fees or any hidden fees.

Every project is different and depending on the required resources and complexity of the project, can take anywhere from 3 months to 2 years. Before working on your project, we’ll provide you with a product development plan that will include timelines for your specific project. Here are a few examples of some of the project phases: Prior Art Search – 1-2 weeks; Concept Design – 2-3 weeks; Sell Sheet Design – 1 week.

When should I apply for a patent? Applying for a patent can take time. As soon as you are sure that you would like to manufacture a product, the patent process should be started. We will help you with the prior art search and market search, and refer you to our vetted network of trusted patent attorneys to help you through the process.

Should I build a business around my idea? Or license it? This is an individual choice, and it largely depends on your product, your expectations, and the complexities that come with each project. Our team will help you navigate this path and give you the information you need to make an intelligent and informed decision that will best fit you and your product.