NPI & Prototyping

New product introduction and prototyping define how concepts become manufactured products. These articles cover NPI workflows, prototype evaluation, pilot runs, and the role of structured BOM data in catching design issues early. Build on your foundation with Getting Started guides and see how inventory management connects to production planning. Read the OpenBOM Manifesto for the strategic view on product data continuity.

2 April, 2026

In my experience, manufacturing companies that rush a new product introduction process usually pay for it later. They see production...

25 October, 2024

When it comes to turning ideas into plastic parts, there are two common types of prototypes: prototype molds and 3D...

24 August, 2023

In the fast-paced world of innovation and commerce, introducing a new product to the market is a significant milestone for...

6 January, 2023

During the product development steps, a few milestones take time to accomplish. One of these milestones is receiving an acceptable...

18 October, 2022

No matter what business you’re in, chances are that new product development (NPD) is a key part of your success....

10 December, 2021

Whether you are launching your first product or expanding a product line for a fortune 500 company, there is one...

25 November, 2021

During the new product introduction (NPI) process, you will need to make multiple prototypes. Unfortunately, some of these prototypes will...

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