Fresh Perspectives and Bold Ideas

Here's where we share stories, spark ideas and dive into the world of product design. From creative breakthroughs to industry trends, this is where curiosity meets innovation.

25 September 2020
How Sustainability is Influencing Product Design

Sustainable practices within the global markets are constantly emerging, with a product’s environmental impact increasingly influencing how a product is manufactured and packaged. However, the majority of consumers still seem more concerned about convenience and price. With that in mind, companies need to do more to convince shoppers that a product’s eco-friendliness is just as, […]

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17 September 2020
We Need Your Design Talent!

THIS APPLICATION PROCESS IS NOW CLOSED - THANKS TO ALL THE TALENTED DESIGNERS WHO HAVE APPLIED TO JOIN 4D PRODUCTS. We are on the lookout for a high quality Product Designer or Design Engineer to help us deliver a range of exciting product development projects. Are you looking for an exciting, challenging, and varied role? […]

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19 August 2020
How Has COVID-19 Impacted the Medical Device Industry?

Like many sectors, the medical device industry hasn’t been immune to the impact of Coronavirus, suffering downs and ups. The medical industry as a whole has been under incredible pressure to innovate, design and build. From shortages of critical medical devices and postponement of elective surgeries to suspect Government PPE contracts handed out to companies […]

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1 July 2020
The Sustainable Innovation Fund

The UK Government launched the Sustainable Innovation Fund On 27th June 2020 to provide businesses with financial support for their cutting-edge product development projects. Totalling almost £200 million, the Sustainable Innovation Fund includes 2 competitions;  The Sustainable Innovation Fund: round 1 (temporary framework)  The Sustainable Innovation Fund: SBRI phase 1 Designed to help power the UK’s economic recovery and […]

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16 June 2020
New Product Development - The 6 Commandments

When developing a new product, you need to make sure you map everything out so you know what needs to be done an when. Here's our 6 step process.

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12 June 2020
Liverpool City Region SME Future Innovation Fund - £25k-100k Grants

Liverpool City Region (LCR) Metro Mayor announced this morning the launch of a new Future Innovation Fund to support SMEs in the Liverpool City Region. It is a £3m fund and funding will be released in tranches of £1m. The first £1m is being released now with applications to be submitted by July 6th 2020. They […]

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8 June 2020
What's The Difference Between Product and Industrial Design?

In the dynamic world of design, understanding the distinction between Product Design and Industrial Design is pivotal, yet not straightforward. While some consider these terms synonymous, others highlight stark differences. This exploration aims to clarify and distinguish these intertwined design disciplines. Industrial Design: The Art of Mass Production Industrial Design, historically pivotal during the Industrial […]

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6 May 2020
The Intricacies of the Product Design Process: A Comprehensive Guide

Unravel the product design process with our comprehensive guide. Learn key stages from concept development to manufacturing for successful products!

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23 April 2020
Is My Product Idea Worth Developing?

Before investing too much time and money into a product idea, you should do your research and put your idea to the test to save yourself future heartache and financial loss. Thousands of new products are launched every month, but only a handful of them will go on to be successful. Here are a few […]

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14 April 2020
Design for a post Coronavirus World

The current coronavirus lockdown has thrown up challenges, issues, and opportunities a lot of businesses were never planning for. As I write this article, we in the UK have been on lockdown 3 weeks, and recently announced it will be extended for a further 3 weeks. With some experts warning some forms of social distancing […]

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