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Product development from idea to realization — all under one roof

Developing a product starts with an idea or a problem. We guide you from concept to production-ready design — fast, smart, and fully tailored.

  • You have a problem or opportunity, but no concrete product idea yet
  • You’re looking for a partner who can think both technically and creatively
  • You want one team to handle everything from idea to production
  • You want to be sure the product is feasible, scalable, and usable
  • You want to move faster than traditional development processes allow
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From nothing to something that works

You don’t need a fully developed plan. Maybe you only see a bottleneck in your company or an opportunity in the market — we help you turn that into a concrete, working product. We combine design, engineering, and manufacturability into a complete solution. From brainstorming and sketches to 3D visualization, prototyping, and production preparation. One team, one point of contact, everything taken care of. You bring the problem — we develop the solution.

Some of our projects

Processing thousands of cars per year creates a massive administrative load. Seriously, a lot.

For Beerens, our custom-built finance automation platform streamlines the entire process, reduces human error, and saves valuable time.

Goodbye to repetitive “monkey work.” Hello to speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Workspaces & Platforms
Airbnb doesn’t allow cameras but as a property owner or manager, you still want to know what’s going on.

Meet Guardian: a lensless sensor that tells you what’s happening in your property, helping you prevent unwanted situations and avoid unnecessary costs.
Develop Prototype
A smart water filter for the entire house.

Azulto connects via IOT, providing real-time updates on water usage and, more importantly, notifying you when the filters need to be replaced. This is a key building block for the company's MRR.

Launching in 2026.
Product Development
It doesn’t always have to be ‘’smart’’. Yes, sometimes it’s not even electronics.

Meet Badaloon. A cool furnishing brand built around operational efficiency. We created the concept, from the design and construction to manufacturing guidance. This is the newest product.

The 3D configurator will be live soon.
Product Manufacturing

From idea to reality in 6 steps

Whether you're developing a digital platform, building a physical product, or automating a process, our creative approach guides you from the initial idea to scalable implementation.
  1. Idea & Analysis:
    We map out your challenge and think strategically with you about a smart solution. This could involve a product, platform, or internal process.
  2. ‍Concept & Visualization:
    We make the idea tangible through wireframes, 3D designs, or process flows — creating a clear vision of the future together.
  3. ‍Technical Design:
    We translate the concept into a build plan: mechanical (for products), software-based (for platforms and tools), or a combination of both (hybrid products).
  4. ‍Prototype & Test Version:
    We develop a first working version — an MVP, a clickable design, or a physical prototype, depending on your project type.
  5. ‍Validation & Optimization:
    We gather feedback from the market or users. Together, we refine it toward the final version.
  6. ‍Scaling & Realization:
    We support the production or launch — whether it’s manufacturing, software deployment, or process rollout.
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Why do clients choose you?

Our strength lies in combining imagination with technical precision. We collaborate, sketch, test, improve, and build — all under one roof. This allows us to move faster, design smarter, and deliver solutions that not only work but also surprise.

Whether it’s developing new tools, building platforms, designing products, or overseeing manufacturing, with us you’ll find creative thinkers and technical makers in one team.

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Ideation
UI/UX
Concept design
Strategy

Engineering

Software development
Mechanical design
PCB’s
Manufacturing

During our introductory meeting, we help you define clear and concrete steps to move your idea forward.

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FAQs

What does product development mean to you?

We turn an idea into a concrete, functional, and scalable product—physical, digital, or a combination. It starts with strategic thinking: we analyse your market, audience, and goals, then translate that into a concept with visuals and technical plans. We build prototypes, test them, gather feedback, and optimise. Whether it’s a smart device, platform, or hybrid tool—we bring it to life with a focus on functionality and design.

What if I don’t have a fully formed idea, just a problem to solve?

That’s exactly why we exist. You don’t need a fully formed idea—often a challenge or frustration in your business is enough to start. In co-creation we analyse your situation and think strategically about possible solutions. From that analysis, we develop concrete product ideas which we work out into 3D concepts, wireframes, or flowcharts. We bring ideas that work and add real value.

What’s the difference between product development and prototyping?

Prototyping is part of product development, but not the whole story. Product development covers the full journey: strategy, concept, technical elaboration, validation, and production prep. A prototype is just one step to make the concept tangible and testable. We go further—ensuring scalability, usability, and integrations where needed. Product development is the whole; prototyping is one milestone along the way.

Do you only work on physical products, or digital too?

Both—and often hybrid. Think smart devices connected to an app or dashboard, or digital tools that drive physical processes. Our strength is combining design, software, electronics, and mechanics in one integrated track. That lets us flex across needs and sectors. Whether it’s a product you hold in your hand or a digital platform you work with—we build it.

What does a full product development trajectory look like?

We start with an intake and strategic analysis of your challenge or idea. Then we translate that into a clear concept with sketches, visuals, and user flows. We build a first prototype and test thoroughly. Based on results, we iterate until we have a version ready for market validation or production. Throughout, we focus on manufacturability, user experience, and scalability. You get one point of contact, a multidisciplinary team, and full transparency.

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