Idea to world class Product THE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
Hardware Development Process
1-6 Months 6-24 Months
3-8 Months
Proof of Concept & Idea Validation What is POC ? Why POC ?
End Outcome of POC
Need Document
Wish Specifications Understanding of Technical feasibility
End outcome of POC (Specifications)Specification Must Include : Electrical Limits (i.e. Max
charging current ) Mechanical Limits (i.e. Max drop
height) Temperature & Humidity
conditions Target Cost Certification limits ( CISPER22
class B) Warranty/Reliability Period Design Closure Date
FAQ on POC
Design Phase : Architecting the Product
Electrical Design Process
Mechanical Design Process
Part Selection
DesignSchematics
PCB Design
Get Position of important components like switches, Ports from Mechanical Designer
Provide Voltage & Current of all important nets to PCB designer
Electrical Design Process
Final Steps in Design Phase
Certifications DFM Check
Setting up Quality Process
FAQ on Design Phase
Tips on Manufacturing
Tips on Manufacturing
Avoid injection molding till you establish the market ( Try 3dpd.in , protolabs etc)
Working with Chinese manufacturers : Get quote in Yuan See if quality process is followed properly. Set maximum failure
rate Go for pilot before full manufacturing ICs has really long lead time ( 6-8 weeks) Get multiple quotes for supplier backup Get detail quote based on BOM & Process involved. Ask them to
mention their margin clearly
FAQ on Manufacturing
Questions ?
Cost
2MP, Visible Flash, SD Card, DIP Switch,Bulky, NiMH Battery
Small-lightAA batteryLCD+Keypad
Features$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
IR Vision VGA VideoUSB
Very fast operationVery Long Range
Separate DetectorsGPSGPRS
Road Map Approach