Finding a good product design company for
products
Finding
the right product designer is always harder than finding the right web or graphic
designer. This is because the tasks that a product designer handles are far
different from that of web or graphic designers.
Product
design projects will always need a lot of follow-ups, tests, prototypes, and
sometimes a repetition of the process.
Therefore,
you need to find a product designer/company that knows sketching, 3D drawing,
technical drawing, prototyping, material specifications, and it’s even better
if they are familiar with manufacturing.
Here are
few points for you to consider when looking for a good product designer:
1) Portfolio
First of all, you should check their portfolio to see if they are competent when it comes to designing. Look at the range of product designs they have done and see if they have worked on something similar to the nature of your product. However, sometimes, looking for designer/company that has not worked on something similar will give your product a fresh take, in terms of design.
First of all, you should check their portfolio to see if they are competent when it comes to designing. Look at the range of product designs they have done and see if they have worked on something similar to the nature of your product. However, sometimes, looking for designer/company that has not worked on something similar will give your product a fresh take, in terms of design.
2) The size of the company
The size
of the company will affect the type of services that you will receive. Larger
firms will have a large range of resources and also a longer history. Smaller
firms might not have huge resources but they will be more flexible and are more likely to
take on smaller jobs. Therefore, it is relatively important to choose the right
size of firm in relation to your project.
3) Competence of the designer and the company
Product
designers are different from web or graphic designers. Product designers have
to be good in not only design, but they also have to be knowledgeable about materials
and manufacturing. It is important for them to create something that is
feasible and manufacturer friendly, yet beautiful. There are many
product design companies on the market. However, not many of them have direct
access to manufacturing facilities for making prototype or for mass
production, which creates problems such as designs that are not suitable for
manufacturing or designs that include unsuitable material. Some product design companies
are good at creating beautiful and stunning visuals, but fail when it comes to
producing something that really works. Thus, it is important to find a product
design company that is familiar with manufacturing procedures in order to
prevent unnecessary problems during production.
4) Customer service
Communication
is one of the most important elements between a product designer and a client.
The outcome of the project will not be good if there is poor communication.
Thus, it is important to find a company that communicates well and is responsive.
Lastly,
the most important thing is to find a company that is trustworthy and one with which you
feel comfortable. Doing business with a product design company is always a
long-term relationship, because developing a good product requires time and
effort.
Visit
our company to find out more, YHK Design Limited, a product design and manufacture
company.
Website: www.yhkdesign.com
Email: info@yhkdesign.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/yhkdesign
