From Idea to Production: Breathing Life into Innovation
Kickmaker is a high-tech product industrialization agency that takes your projects from the spark of an idea all the way to full-scale production. Whether it’s a prototype or a series run, they design and industrialize high-tech products with a flexible approach tailored to your needs. Their expertise spans the entire industrialization process, offering turnkey solutions or support on specific stages. With a qualified network of manufacturing partners in France and China, Kickmaker acts as an extension of your R&D team, helping you navigate the complex journey from concept to mass production.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Choosing Kickmaker means tapping into a powerhouse of innovation and efficiency. Here’s what stands out:
- 300 Engineers driving projects forward
- 170 Industrialized products successfully launched
- 3 Urban Micro-factories strategically located
- Risk reduction of project failure by 50%
- Time to market slashed by 6 to 12 months
- Optimized cash flow and tight control over project costs
Comprehensive Strategy for Product Development
Kickmaker starts with a solid strategy—defining the inherent possibilities for your product’s development and mapping out the industrial schemes that will bring it to life. This phase is crucial, setting the stage for everything that follows. It’s about understanding what’s possible and planning accordingly, so your project has the best shot at success.
Design and Industrialization Expertise
The design phase is where ideas take shape. From proof of concept (POC) to series production, Kickmaker handles the industrialization of high-tech products with precision. Whether you need a turnkey solution or support on specific stages, their team ensures your product is designed for manufacturability and scalability. This includes cutting-edge sectors like drones, robotics, new mobility, electrification, medical devices, embedded AI, IoT, and consumer electronics.
Product Life Cycle Management
Managing a product’s life cycle is no small feat. Kickmaker offers production monitoring, quality control, and ongoing follow-up throughout your product’s series life. This continuous oversight helps maintain high standards and ensures your product performs reliably in the market. It’s about keeping things on track, every step of the way.
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
- Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
- Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
- Climate Action (SDG 13) through new mobility and electrification solutions
Global Presence and Agile Engagement
Kickmaker operates from multiple hubs worldwide—Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Grenoble, Shenzhen, Boston, and San Francisco—each coupled with urban micro-factories. This global footprint allows them to blend the best of a one-stop-shop design house with the agility of a consulting firm. Their flexible engagement model means they can adapt to your project’s unique needs, whether you’re a startup, SME, or a large group. It’s about being close to innovation hotspots and manufacturing centers, ensuring seamless collaboration and rapid turnaround.
