Product Development with Meaning
GTF – Good for the earth, good for people, and good for business. Have you ever been introduced to a new product concept and come away thinking, “Wow—what an amazing idea! This could make a huge impact in our world. I really hope they succeed.” As a product development firm, DISHER is always excited to…
Read MoreThe Goal of Value Engineering and Value Analysis
The Difference Between Value Analysis (VA) and Value Engineering (VE) Value Analysis (VA) and Value Engineering (VE) are systematic processes that optimize the value of a product or service. Both lower costs and increase benefits. Value Engineering (VE) applies at the beginning design stage of product development. While Value Analysis (VA) applies after a product…
Read MoreNew Product Front-End Design Process in 12 Steps
What is the Front-End Engineering Design Process? For new product development, the front-end engineering design process helps organizations create, vet, and develop the best ideas. Several refer to this as the Fuzzy Front End of product development because it is often the least defined stage of product development. A proven design process will help bring…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Develop Your Industrial IoT Strategy
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing the world of manufacturing at a pace that continues to escalate. As a manufacturer, maybe you haven’t had the bandwidth or resources to do a deep dive into IIoT. Perhaps you feel paralyzed as to the best way to move forward. After all, IIoT is a complex…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: DISHER appoints Joe Dyer as New President
DISHER—an innovative engineering, manufacturing, and talent solutions firm based in Zeeland, Michigan, announces today that Joe Dyer has been selected as the new President of the company. Dyer will succeed Jeff Disher and assume his new responsibilities on January 1, 2022. Jeff Disher, Founder and current President, will continue to play a strategic role at…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: DISHER Teammates Recognized in 17 New Patents
Within the last 15 years, DISHER team members have been recognized in over 100 patents across several industries. DISHER continues to develop patentable solutions with customers around the world.
Read MoreFast, Free Technical Advice with ASK DISHER
DISHER—an innovative engineering, manufacturing, and talent solutions firm based in Zeeland, Michigan, is providing free and fast answers to technical questions submitted from organizations throughout West Michigan, Kalamazoo, and Indiana through their “ASK DISHER” network.
Read MoreWhats the Plan?!
High-performing companies build a strategic framework for their team to follow. Strategic vision maps provide unity, clear direction, and help teams make confident decisions.
Read More3 Ways to Innovate Smarter and Faster
The pace of innovation can make your head spin. Just a little over a decade ago no one owned a smart phone. Only forty years ago—no one owned a computer. Today, over 60% of Americans are glued to some type of screen. Even colleges struggle to put together curriculums for careers that are coming. It’s hard to keep up, and the pace is only going to get faster. What is your approach to innovation?
Read MoreDon’t Be Left Behind
Innovation Workshops Move Companies Forward The old adage, “innovate or die”, is often true. Companies too slow to change like Blackberry, Blockbuster, and Xerox are sad reminders. Conversely, organizations like Amazon, Tesla, and Salesforce know how to stay relevant and ahead of the curve. Those who fail to adapt and give customers what they want…
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