Design Advisory

Product development involves complex decisions around product strategy, design, suppliers, manufacturing and investment. Getting these decisions right can have a significant impact on cost, timelines and commercial outcomes.

But not every business has the in-house experience or specialist expertise to evaluate every opportunity, resolve challenges or determine the best path forward.

I provide independent, practical product development advice to help you assess opportunities, navigate challenges and make informed decisions throughout the development process.

product strategy & Portfolio Planning

Identify product opportunities, assess your existing range and prioritise development initiatives to align your product portfolio with business objectives and growth opportunities.

Product Concept and Design Reviews

Review concepts, designs and prototypes to evaluate their potential, identify weaknesses and ensure products meet commercial, functional and user requirements.

Supplier & Manufacturing Advice

Get practical guidance on supplier selection, manufacturing approaches and design for manufacture to support better decisions around cost, quality and production feasibility.

Development Risk & Problem Solving

Identify potential issues, work through technical and design challenges, and develop practical solutions to reduce risk and keep projects moving forward.

Process & Systems

Establish and improve the workflows, tools and decision-making frameworks needed to manage product development projects and teams consistently and efficiently.

Ongoing Guidance for Internal Teams

Gain an experienced perspective on technical options, project progress and key development decisions to assess risks, resolve issues and determine the best path forward.

How we work together

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Ongoing Advisory

For established businesses needing ongoing product development guidance, strategic direction, and expert decision-making support.

A structured, monthly program providing regular access to strategic and technical guidance, project reviews and development support.

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One-off Consults

For innovators and entrepreneurs with a product idea seeking expert guidance, direction, and clarity on their next steps.

A one-off, 90-minute Design Advisory Session giving you direct access to two decades of product development expertise.

Let's talk about your product development needs

Whether you're developing a new product, looking for ongoing product development support or considering building an internal design capability, let's discuss where you are and what you need to achieve.