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Why we purchased a UK injection moulding business and what it means for our clients

Why we purchased a UK injection moulding business and what it means for our clients

IDC purchase Naiad Plastics in an exciting acquisition to expand the business and offer clients a full service.
3 Strategies to Avoid Patent Infringement and When to Use Them

3 Strategies to Avoid Patent Infringement and When to Use Them

An outline of IDC's approach to avoiding patent infringement within product development projects.
How will Coronavirus Impact Medical Device Industries?

How will Coronavirus Impact Medical Device Industries?

Stephen Knowles discusses seven big effects which the coronavirus will have on medical device industries globally.

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IEC 60601-1: 8 Practical Steps for Medical Device Development

IEC 60601-1: 8 Practical Steps for Medical Device Development

A look into practical steps to take surrounding the international standard for the general requirements regarding safety and essential performance of Medical Electrical Equipment.
Injection Pen and Auto Injector Development: Considerations, Trends and Materials

Injection Pen and Auto Injector Development: Considerations, Trends and Materials

Injection Pen Development: Considerations, Trends and Materials
5 Reasons Your Product Development is Behind Schedule

5 Reasons Your Product Development is Behind Schedule

In product development, as in other areas of business, projects frequently run late which costs money and means missed opportunities.

Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and How They Fit with IDC’s Process

Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and How They Fit with IDC’s Process

A Simple Guide to Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) and How They Fit with IDC’s Process

Designing Inclusive Products: Accessibility Principles for Every Sector

Designing Inclusive Products: Accessibility Principles for Every Sector

Explore the key principles of inclusive product design and why it’s essential for a range of today’s key industries.
Common Visual Brand Language Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Common Visual Brand Language Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Discover some common visual brand language mistakes and how IDC’s industrial design services can help to fix them.
What Is Design for Assembly (DFA)?

What Is Design for Assembly (DFA)?

Learn how Design for Assembly (DFA) reduces part count, simplifies production and improves product reliability through smarter engineering decisions.
Visual Brand Language (VBL) & CMF Design: How Products Communicate Identity

Visual Brand Language (VBL) & CMF Design: How Products Communicate Identity

Explore how IDC uses Visual Brand Language and CMF Design to create seamlessly brand-specific products ready for mass production.
How CMF Choices Affect Wear and Tear in Industrial Products

How CMF Choices Affect Wear and Tear in Industrial Products

CMF design affects durability, wear and long-term appearance in industrial products. Learn how materials, colour and finishes perform in real-world conditions.
The Hidden Costs of Poor Product Design (and How to Avoid Them)

The Hidden Costs of Poor Product Design (and How to Avoid Them)

Poor product design can lead to recalls, warranty claims and costly rework. Learn how early-stage design reduces risk and protects margins, with expertise from the IDC Team.
What is Circular Product Design?

What is Circular Product Design?

In this piece we dive into Circular product design: explaining exactly what it is, and how it differentiates truly sustainable brands from those greenwashing.
Medical Device UX Design: Human Factors, Usability & Safety

Medical Device UX Design: Human Factors, Usability & Safety

Medical device UX design is a risk management discipline, not an aesthetic one. Human factors engineering drives safer devices and fewer recalls.
When does a wellness or beauty product become a medical device?

When does a wellness or beauty product become a medical device?

When does a wellness or beauty product become a medical device?