30-min Strategy call

Honest Counsel. World-class execution.

We bridge the gap between a design and a shipping lane. No fluff, no false promises—just the technical roadmap you need to manufacture at scale.

7-Day Feasability Turnaround

7-Day Radical Transparency Audit: A deep dive into your product's technical and financial viability.

Forthright — The Process
How It Works

Your idea, in good hands.

A structured, transparent process designed to protect your investment and give you clarity at every step.

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Phase Zero
The Clarity Assessment
Before any commitment is made, we take the time to fully understand your idea, your market, and your goals — so your next step is always the right one.
The Deliverable
A Clear, Informed "Path Forward" Technical & Commercial Report
Feasibility Audit — Phase 0
What's Included
Preliminary market scan — understanding real demand and where your idea fits.
High-level technical assessment — exploring the physics, materials, and what's possible.
Unit economics review — giving you a realistic picture of what the numbers look like.
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The Value You walk away with a clear, informed picture of your opportunity — and the confidence to make the right next move.
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Phase One
Design for Manufacturing
With a clear path forward established, we focus entirely on turning your concept into a precise, buildable blueprint — engineered to perform and built to last.
The Deliverable
Production-Ready CAD Package & Technical Data Package (TDP)
Design for Manufacturing — Phase 1
What's Included
Detailed 3D modeling — precise, manufacturable geometry built around your vision.
Material selection — the right material for the application, the environment, and the price point.
Tolerance analysis & assembly documentation — every detail considered, every fit and finish accounted for.
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The Value You receive a professional, fully portable asset package — yours to own and take to any manufacturer in the world.
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Phase Two
Prototyping, Testing & Quoting
We bring your design to life in the real world — validating performance, refining the details, and giving you firm, transparent numbers before production ever begins.
The Deliverable
A Functional, Production-Intent Prototype & Transparent Production Quote
Prototyping and Testing — Phase 2
What's Included
High-fidelity prototyping — 3D printing, CNC, or circuit board assembly tailored to your product.
Stress & function testing — rigorous validation so your product performs the way it should.
Finalized Bill of Materials (BOM) — every component identified, sourced, and priced.
Transparent production quote — real numbers from our manufacturing network, including MOQs, tooling, and unit cost.
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The Value You move from estimating what production will cost to knowing exactly what it will cost — with full confidence before any commitment is made.
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Phase Three
Production & Logistics Launch
We manage every detail of the supply chain on your behalf — so you can focus on your business while we make sure your product arrives on time and exactly to spec.
The Deliverable
Landed Inventory — Your Product, Ready When and Where You Need It
Production and Logistics — Phase 3
What's Included
Manufacturing partner management — we own the relationship, the communication, and the timeline.
Quality control inspections — rigorous oversight so your product meets the standard it was designed to.
IP coordination & patent-side support — helping protect what you've built at the right moment.
International & domestic logistics — seamless coordination from factory floor to your door.
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The Value You have a dedicated partner managing every detail of production — so your product arrives right, and you stay focused on what's next.
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Feasibility
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Design
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Prototype
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Production
Services

Execution tailored to your development needs

Design and Development

Pre-Production Validation

Production Launch and Support

The Forthright Experience

  • You'll know if your idea is worth pursuing before you spend real money
  • You'll understand every decision, not just the final result
  • You'll own your product — no black boxes, no vendor lock-in
  • You'll go from idea to inventory with one trusted team

What We Hear

What I appreciated most was that they could have just taken my money and started designing. Instead, they stopped me, asked the hard questions, and made sure my idea had real legs before we ever touched CAD.

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qUESTIONS & aNSWERS

Frequently asked questions

  • How do I know if my idea is worth pursuing?

    hat's the most important question you can ask — and it's exactly where we start. Before any commitment is made, we walk through a structured feasibility assessment together. We look at the market, the technical requirements, and the basic economics to give you a clear, informed picture of what you're working with. Our goal is to make sure your next step is the right one.

  • How much does it cost to develop a product from scratch?

    Every product is different, and we believe in full transparency on cost before any work begins. Our phased approach means you review and approve each stage before the next one starts — so you're always in control of your investment. We'll give you real numbers at every step, not estimates that balloon later.

  • What if you tell me my idea won't work?

    If the assessment shows a clear path forward, we'll walk you through exactly what development looks like — timeline, cost, and what to expect at each phase. If the picture is more complex, we'll talk through your options honestly. Either way, you leave that conversation with more clarity than you came in with — at no obligation.

  • Do I need a patent before we start?

    Not necessarily. We'll help you understand where patent protection makes sense in the process and coordinate with patent-side counsel at the right time — so you're protected without over-spending early.

  • Will I own everything at the end?

    Completely and without exception. Every file, every drawing, every CAD model belongs to you from the moment it's created. You'll walk away with a professional asset package that any manufacturer in the world can use — no dependencies, no lock-ins, no fine print.

  • How is Forthright different from other product development firms?

    Most firms are ready to get started the moment you sign. We take a different approach — we invest time upfront to make sure we fully understand your idea, your goals, and your market before we ever begin. We believe the most valuable service we can offer isn't a prototype. It's the confidence that comes from knowing your investment is built on a solid foundation.