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Born in California's Silicon Valley over 25 years ago. We've been dedicated product design consultants, shaping compelling and impactful product experiences for innovative companies across the globe.
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Product design consulting

We are Speck Design, an award-winning product design firm. Our principle is that Great industrial designs form a bond between the user and the product.

It should be smooth at every touchpoint. Our focus on details ensures meaningful connections between users and products.

Our identity is that of an industrial design consulting company and a product design agency. Our designs are practical and adapt to any setting. Our teams balance electrical and mechanical engineering with human needs.

The result is human-centric designs. We emphasize both design intuition and technical prowess throughout product development consulting.

What sets us apart as a product design consultancy is years of hands-on experience. This experience spans various sectors: consumer goods, retail, telecom, medical tech, auto engineering, and robotics. Our techniques are modern and cutting-edge.

Our teams are skilled in techniques like injection molding, surface finishes, and 3D printing. This allows for early testing, adding value to product development and sparking innovation.

Our approach is holistic. Our UX UI designers and industrial designers collaborate closely. Whether it's mobile apps or tangible products, the aim is a unified user experience.
UI/UX design
The digital age has transformed our world. Today, every product needs both digital and physical forms. More companies now partner with UX design agencies to meet this demand.

Speck stands out in this arena as a leading UX design firm. Our primary focus? User experience and UX UI design.

Our goal is clear: Enhance the digital experience. We want users to enjoy and find value in all products, services, and channels.

Our approach starts with understanding. Our user researchers dive deep into knowing the target audience. They then transition into areas like mobile app development, web design, and digital strategies.

We're not just about design; we're about value. Our process creates engaging tech interactions. These bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds.

The result? Websites, apps, software, and e-commerce platforms.

Our method is thorough and structured. It hones in on user insights driven by UX research and usability tests. This system helps us craft touchpoints for mobile sites, screens, or user interfaces. Throughout, we balance function and software development with impactful user experiences.
Product engineering
Speck Design is a globally awarded and top-ranked product engineering and industrial design firm. They provide comprehensive and unique product engineering solutions. Our solutions aim to optimize, transform, and simplify your product design and development process.

We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your team from the initial concept phase to the final product development. We reflect our commitment to unsurpassed engineering and creativity in the modern products we co-create.

At Speck Design, the engineering process is like a map for creating designs that focus on the needs of users. These designs effectively address customers' pain points and ensure successful outcomes. Our expert engineers faithfully follow this guide throughout each product design project.
NPI and product fulfillment support
A product's journey doesn't conclude with its design and engineering—it merely takes off. Speck Design offers robust product fulfillment services, which gives us an edge over other product design firms.

Our manufacturing engineering department transitions designs into production, ensuring high-quality, low-cost, seamless delivery. We can manage products created with injection molding, laser cutting, and CNC milling. We have all these processes covered.

Beyond design and production, we extend our clients a full spectrum of continuing services. Supply chain management, manufacturer support, contract manufacturing, and product fulfillment are all within our purview. We handle changing lead times well so our clients can focus on essential brand activities.

Your journey with Speck Design toward successful product development and fulfillment is always smooth, efficient, and rewarding.
User research and insights
We are a top user experience research company. Our team of experts ensures that products meet customer needs and connect with future customers.

Our researchers specialize in the following:

1. User interface research
2. User testing
3. User experience research
4. Market research
5. Quantitative research methods
6. Qualitative research methods

Our team uses tools like research, assessments, studies, surveys, and more during the design process.

Our research team can help our UX designers, industrial design, and engineering teams confidently find human-centered solutions. This is done by discovering and solving user pain points in the research phase of product development. This will help in finding real-world solutions to the problems users face.

At the same time, we are tapping into the emotional drivers that create user experiences. These experiences are the hallmark of all great product designs.
Brand design
Your brand is the identity of your business. It's what sets you apart in the crowded marketplace and makes you instantly recognizable to your customers.

At Speck Design, we understand the power of branding. We are a renowned graphic design and brand design agency. Branding has the potential to elevate your business.

We specialize in creating brand designs that captivate and resonate with your target audience. Our tailored brand design strategies focus on invoking feelings of trust, reliability, and excellence. Our creations are not only attractive; they embody the spirit of your business. They also tell a powerful story about your dedication to quality and innovation.

Our design awards demonstrate our skill in creating a memorable brand identity. This is especially important in a competitive world.
Research and strategy
Every successful product design is a culmination of extensive research and a well-executed strategy. As one of the top product design engineering firms, Speck Design recognizes the importance of research-driven design.

Our team comprises experienced strategists and researchers who immerse themselves in comprehensive studies of your target market, industry trends, and competition. The insights gleaned from this research are crucial in shaping design strategies that align with your business goals and market demands.

Our commitment to research ensures our designs look impressive, deliver optimal performance, and meet market requirements. We can create successful products by combining strategy and research. This will help us stay ahead of market trends and ensure our products resonate with users.
Innovation strategy
Creating a product is more than just merging components. It requires strategic innovation and an understanding of the market landscape. At Speck Design, we don't just make products. We create market revolutions as a new product development company.

Our approach is simple but effective. We take your ground-breaking ideas and run them through a process of validation and refinement. We leverage our robust design team to translate ideas into practical, market-ready products. These products serve user needs and redefine market boundaries.
By partnering with us, you aren't merely creating a product. You're revolutionizing an industry, reshaping the market, and defining the future of user-centered designs.
FAQ

What does a product design company do?

Answer
All you absolutely need is an idea, but being prepared can make working with a product design consultancy easier. However, rest assured, our experts are here to assist with any documentation or preparation you might need. That said, having the following can be helpful:

Research: Understanding the market, target audience, and identifying user needs, preferences, and pain points.
Conceptualization: Brainstorming and developing initial product ideas and concepts based on the research findings.
Design & Prototyping: Crafting detailed product designs, which may involve creating sketches, 3D models, and prototypes. These prototypes, whether physical or digital, allow stakeholders to visualize and test the product before full-scale production.
Usability Testing: Engaging potential users to test the product's functionality, ease of use, and overall experience. Feedback from this phase informs refinements to the design.
Refinement: Making iterative changes to the design based on testing results, stakeholder feedback, and other factors.
Finalization & Production: Preparing the product for manufacturing or launch. This might include creating detailed manufacturing guides, sourcing materials, or collaborating with production teams.
Post-launch Support: Assisting in gathering feedback post-launch and making necessary adjustments to enhance the product.

Throughout this process, a product design company maintains a focus on aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, ensuring that the final product is both appealing and effective in addressing its intended purpose.
What does a product design company do?
Answer
While ultimately all you need is an idea, having some preparations can streamline the collaboration with a product design agency. However, rest assured, our experts are here to assist with any documentation or preparation you might need.

That said, having the following can be helpful:

Clear Objectives: Understand your product goals.
Preliminary Research: Market insights or user feedback.
Product Specifications: Desired features and functionalities.
Budget and Timeline: Your financial and time constraints.
Brand Guidelines: For aesthetic and value consistency.
Stakeholder Feedback: Varied perspectives from your team.
Decision-making Process: Knowing who calls the shots.
Post-launch Plans: Your intentions after the design phase.

Remember, even if you have just the spark of an idea, we're here to help it shine.
What is the difference between product design and industrial design?
Answer
Understanding the distinctions between product design and industrial design is crucial when developing new products. Product design is an extensive discipline that focuses on the complete process of bringing a new product to market.

This includes everything from initial research and ideation through to prototyping, user testing, and final design tweaks. It considers factors such as the product's use, user experience, and aesthetics. Industrial design, on the other hand, is more specialized within the product design spectrum. It primarily deals with the physical aspects of a product's design—its form, function, and manufacturability.

Industrial designers consider how to make a product. They also consider what materials to use. They also think about producing the product efficiently and affordably in large quantities. They also focus on ergonomics and the product's tangible interaction with its users.
What is design thinking?
Answer
Design Thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation and problem solving. It emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and experimentation to develop creative solutions. Here's a brief overview:

Empathize: Understand the needs, emotions, and perspectives of the end-users.
Define: Clearly articulate the problem you're aiming to solve.
Ideate: Generate a wide range of innovative solutions through brainstorming.
Prototype: Create low-fidelity versions of the solution for testing and feedback.
Test: Validate the solution with real users, refining based on feedback.

Design thinking is iterative, meaning solutions are continuously improved upon. It's about embracing a mindset of flexibility and learning, ensuring that solutions are both innovative and user-centric.
Who owns the rights to the designs once completed?
Answer
Typically, once the design project is completed and fully paid for, the rights to the designs are transferred to the client. This means you would have full ownership and can use the designs as you see fit. However, the specifics can vary based on the agreement made between the client and the design agency. It's crucial to clarify intellectual property rights in the initial contract to avoid any misunderstandings later on. If you have any concerns, it's always a good idea to consult with legal counsel. At our agency, we prioritize transparent communication and work closely with our clients to ensure they have the rights they need to successfully use and market their designs.
What does a product design consultancy do?
Answer
A product design consultancy plays a pivotal role in the lifecycle of a product. Initially, they embark on comprehensive market research to understand the landscape, target audience, and competitive products. This insight lays the groundwork for the design process.

The consultancy then moves to user experience (UX) design, focusing on how consumers interact with the product. They prioritize ease of use, intuitive interfaces, and engaging experiences. Prototyping is the next critical step, where ideas are transformed into tangible models. This phase allows for testing, feedback, and refinement, ensuring the product meets user needs and expectations.

Finally, a product design consultancy collaborates closely with their clients to refine the product based on feedback and testing results, fine-tuning it for market launch. Their multidisciplinary approach, combining design, engineering, and strategic planning, ensures the product not only looks good but is also functional, user-friendly, and ready for the competitive market.