Design & Development (D&D)

DHK Group of companies including Greaves and Idea to Markets have over 30 years’ experience designing and developing consumer, medical, and defense products involves distinct processes tailored to each industry’s requirements and regulations. Here’s a generalized outline for each.

Consumer Products:

Market Research: Understand consumer needs, preferences, and market trends.
Concept Development: Brainstorm ideas and concepts for products that meet identified needs.
Design: Generate sketches, mockups, and prototypes based on chosen concepts.
Prototype Testing: Conduct usability tests and gather feedback to refine the design.
Engineering: Develop detailed engineering specifications for manufacturing.
Manufacturing: Select appropriate manufacturing methods and partners.
Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control processes.
Packaging and Branding: Design packaging that enhances the product and fits the brand image.
Ware Housing & Distribution: Ware house, develop a distribution strategy to reach target markets efficiently.
Marketing and Sales: Reach out to our existing customer base and create marketing campaigns to promote the product and drive sales.
Post-launch Support: Provide customer support and gather feedback for future improvements.

Medical Products:

Regulatory Compliance: Understand and adhere to strict regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA, CDC and other organizations in the US) for medical devices.
Clinical Needs Assessment: Identify medical needs and clinical use cases.
Research and Development: Conduct research to develop innovative solutions.
Prototyping: Develop prototypes for testing and validation.
Clinical Trials: Conduct clinical trials to evaluate safety and efficacy.
Regulatory Approval: Prepare and submit regulatory documentation for USFDA 510K approval.
Manufacturing: Establish manufacturing processes compliant with regulatory standards.
Quality Control: Implement rigorous quality control measures throughout production.
Distribution and Sales: Develop distribution channels and sales strategies, often involving healthcare professionals and institutions.
Post-market Surveillance: Monitor product performance and address any issues promptly.

Defense Products:

Requirement Analysis: Understand the specific military, federal and other specifications such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-45208, MIL-STD-454, MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-105, ASTM, SAE, ISO Standards etc. requirements and constraints of defense applications.
Conceptual Design: Develop initial design concepts based on requirements.
Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the product’s use in defense scenarios.
Simulation and Modeling: Use simulation tools to test and refine designs.
Prototyping: Build prototypes for testing and evaluation.
Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous testing under various conditions to ensure reliability and performance.
Compliance and Certification: Obtain necessary certifications and comply with military standards (e.g., MIL-STD) and regulations.
Manufacturing: Establish manufacturing processes that ensure consistency and quality.
Supply Chain Management: Manage a secure and reliable supply chain for critical components.
Deployment and Support: Provide training and support for deployment in defense operations.
Maintenance and Upgrades: Offer maintenance services and develop upgrade paths to keep pace with evolving threats and technologies.

In all cases, collaboration among interdisciplinary teams (including engineers, designers, regulatory experts, etc.), adherence to industry standards such as USFDA CFR’s, Military, Federal and commercial specifications compliance such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-9858, MIL-STD-45208, MIL-STD-105, MIL-STD-130, SAE, ASTM and other specifications and standards are used as guidelines and compliance is available according to customers’ request or project contractual requirements. Additionally, maintaining a focus on safety, reliability, and user experience is paramount across all industries.