I recently listened to an episode of Tim Ferriss's podcast with Reid Hoffman, former co-founder of LinkedIn, talking to Brian Chesky, the co-founder of Airbnb. Both businesses have reached amazing heights and have more than 100 million users each.

Did you know that 80% of all new product development headaches stem from poor factory choice? Indeed. Because if the factory who manufactures your new custom product lacks the right people, processes, or equipment—it eventually shows. Through inconsistent quality, communication breakdowns, and thousands of misspent dollars.

Different Is Better Than Better

I think the media totally misunderstands Elon Musk.

The Impact of the Economy on Product Development

And What We Can Do About It

In order to be successful in product development in 2022, it is important to understand the challenges that come with this process in a turbulent economy. Businesses are forced to change their strategies in order to stay afloat. This adds a layer of complexity for product developers, who already have to navigate plenty of uncharted waters in order to bring a new product to market.

How To Eliminate Surprises and Misunderstandings With Your Chinese Factory

You’re probably reading this article because you’ve been surprised, disappointed, or completely taken advantage of by a Chinese supplier and you want to figure out how to turn things around.

A Step by Step Guide To Ship And Import Your Product

What is the Best Way to Ship from China to the United States? This isn’t an easy question to answer because the truth is, it depends. Even experienced product managers could benefit from re-evaluating this from time to time.

Follow These 6 Steps Simple Steps To Prevent 80% of Your Production Headaches.

Imagine this...

You have an idea for an amazing new product. You hop on the Internet to find a factory that can make it. You send your designs off with no fear of stolen IP or getting knocked off. And, in a few short weeks, you have a golden sample.  You then roll into production on time with zero quality problems.

If you’re reading this right now, you’re probably just getting ready to start a new project or in the middle of struggling with new product development. You're looking for some answers–and we get it. We’ve been there. The toughest part is not knowing what you don’t know. And these blind spots cost a lot of time and money.