PROCESS

Research
Consumer research is an important part of product development. By approaching possible end users in focus groups we can target them with very specific issues, revealing the viability of a concept or product, allowing for adjustments or improvements early in the process, if needed.
Ideation
Every great idea starts here. With the involvement of the client we usually start with a blank sheet of paper, spend some time on blue sky ideas and trying to think outside the box. Great ideas have often been overlooked by not allowing enough time to explore alternate methods sufficiently. We usually provide a wall full of hand drawn sketches and storyboards to evoke a dialogue at our reviews.
Prototyping
Once an idea has been chosen, our highly professional designers using the latest softwares in digital imaging can turn that idea into a photorealistic representation that can be used in presentations for evaluation purposes or printed for public relation purposes.
Engineering
TPA is a full service provider for product development. Engineering a product is part of the process, if requested. Some of our clients choose to explore the feasibilty of a concept only, but most of them want us to develop a turn key product. We are working hand in hand with toolmakers and our engineers are very creative in resolving impossible problems to create cost effective products.
Rendering
Once an idea has been chosen, our highly professional designers using the latest softwares in digital imaging can turn that idea into a photorealistic representation that can be used in presentations for evaluation purposes or printed for public relation purposes.
Sourcing
Over the past twenty-five years, TPA has accumulated an impressive network of local and world-wide manufacturers. We strive to work with the best and most cost effective way to bring clients and manufactorers together, allowing turn-key products to be on or under budget.