1. Detect the need for new development
The need can come from:
- The market
- Clients
- Strategic plan (internal)
- Regulatory changes
- Technological advances
2. Define specifications and project planning
- Product definition
- Project report
- Task planning
- Critical factors
3. Design technical development
- 2D/3D Design
- Prototypes
- Pre-trials
4. Engineering and industrialisation
- Preliminary samples
- Patent management
- Process worksheet
- Participant training
5. Validation and certification
- External laboratory validation for regulatory compliance review
- Internal validation in marketing/purchases and user testing
- Definition of product communication strategy
6. Post-launch evaluation
- Can the product be improved? We start the process over