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Our latest news, our biggest projects, and our best resources. Everything you need to know about hiring and working efficiently with a product development partner.
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Our latest news, our biggest projects, and our best resources. Everything you need to know about hiring and working efficiently with a product development partner.
Congratulations on 7 years with Fredricks, Conor Fredricks!
Conor Fredricks celebrates 7 years with Fredricks Design, Inc.! Conor is a gifted designer with the rare ability to work from first sketch through concept development and prototype build. We are lucky to have him on our team. We are now driving deep into our second...
Jim Biros celebrates 38 years with Fredricks Design, Inc.!
Congratulations to Jim Biros on his 38th anniversary with Fredricks Design, Inc.! Jim was the first designer we hired in June 1985. Thanks for everything, Jim! We appreciate your dedicated work ethic, curiosity and commitment to our Clients and our team! Onward and...
Understanding End-User Needs
There are many important components in developing a successful product, one of which is understanding end-user needs. At Fredricks Design, we have made a living from pairing our design and engineering teams throughout the design process to gain insights from both...
How To Write An Effective Design Brief
One of the keys to success for any project is the design brief. An effective design brief acts as a roadmap for the project team and helps set up a successful partnership. So, how do you write an effective design brief? Determine a fit The first goal in potentially...
How Can We Stay Focused and Energetic to Drive Innovation?
January seems like a perfect month to reflect on the past year and map out plans for the year ahead. This is counterintuitive thinking in business. We are all off to the races with aggressive business goals and personal aspirations to become better humans and drive...
AI: Effect on the Future of Automotive Design and Development
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in recent years and has the potential to revolutionize the automotive industry in a few ways. From self-driving cars to advanced manufacturing processes, the integration of AI in the design and engineering...
Insights From IAAPA 2022
Last month, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, also known as IAAPA, held its annual Expo in Orlando, Florida. IAAPA hosts this expo to "spread successful ideas and practices. We also provide valuable tools and resources that make all of...
Insights About Concept Development And Production Engineering
At Fredricks Design, we have had the pleasure of working across different industries through all phases of successful product and concept development. Our work ranges from automotive, entertainment, consumer goods, furniture, healthcare, and everything in between. As...
Advanced Themed Attraction Industry Developments
Over the past several decades, the team at Fredricks Design has worked with demanding design and engineering teams in diverse industries. While industry standards vary depending on the project, product, and intended use, the team has developed the capability to come...
Detroit Auto Show Insights 2022
Returning for the first time in three years, the Detroit Auto Show was held this past month in downtown Detroit. Also known as the North American International Auto Show, this longstanding event had not been hosted for the last few years due to shifting trends in the...
Congratulations on 7 years with Fredricks, Conor Fredricks!
Conor Fredricks celebrates 7 years with Fredricks Design, Inc.! Conor is a gifted designer with the rare ability to work from first sketch through concept development and prototype build. We are lucky to have him on our team. We are now driving deep into our second...
Jim Biros celebrates 38 years with Fredricks Design, Inc.!
Congratulations to Jim Biros on his 38th anniversary with Fredricks Design, Inc.! Jim was the first designer we hired in June 1985. Thanks for everything, Jim! We appreciate your dedicated work ethic, curiosity and commitment to our Clients and our team! Onward and...
Understanding End-User Needs
There are many important components in developing a successful product, one of which is understanding end-user needs. At Fredricks Design, we have made a living from pairing our design and engineering teams throughout the design process to gain insights from both...
How To Write An Effective Design Brief
One of the keys to success for any project is the design brief. An effective design brief acts as a roadmap for the project team and helps set up a successful partnership. So, how do you write an effective design brief? Determine a fit The first goal in potentially...
How Can We Stay Focused and Energetic to Drive Innovation?
January seems like a perfect month to reflect on the past year and map out plans for the year ahead. This is counterintuitive thinking in business. We are all off to the races with aggressive business goals and personal aspirations to become better humans and drive...
AI: Effect on the Future of Automotive Design and Development
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in recent years and has the potential to revolutionize the automotive industry in a few ways. From self-driving cars to advanced manufacturing processes, the integration of AI in the design and engineering...
Insights From IAAPA 2022
Last month, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, also known as IAAPA, held its annual Expo in Orlando, Florida. IAAPA hosts this expo to "spread successful ideas and practices. We also provide valuable tools and resources that make all of...
Insights About Concept Development And Production Engineering
At Fredricks Design, we have had the pleasure of working across different industries through all phases of successful product and concept development. Our work ranges from automotive, entertainment, consumer goods, furniture, healthcare, and everything in between. As...
Advanced Themed Attraction Industry Developments
Over the past several decades, the team at Fredricks Design has worked with demanding design and engineering teams in diverse industries. While industry standards vary depending on the project, product, and intended use, the team has developed the capability to come...
Detroit Auto Show Insights 2022
Returning for the first time in three years, the Detroit Auto Show was held this past month in downtown Detroit. Also known as the North American International Auto Show, this longstanding event had not been hosted for the last few years due to shifting trends in the...
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Industrial Design and Engineering Studio.
