Steps from 'Concept to Creation'

#1. Initial Idea / Concept

#2. Concept Development

#3. Select Concept Designs

#4. Prototyping

#5. Manufacturing

5.1 Investigate manufacturing method suited to each component
5.2 Send CAD data to toolmakers / manufacturers
5.3 Agree on lead-time and costs with toolmakers / manufacturers
5.4 On receipt of production-level samples, meet to review all
components and assemblies

#6. Product & Design Approval