The Four-Phase Approach to Successful Software Development

The Four-Phase Approach to Successful Software Development

Introduction Software projects fail at alarming rates, often due to poor planning and lack of structure. At Patton, we’ve solved this problem with a proven four-phase methodology that delivers predictable results every time. The Four Phases After decades of delivering high-performance embedded and application software, we’ve learned that successful projects aren’t accidents—they’re the result of…

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Product Development Best Practices

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Product Development Best Practices

Introduction Think cutting corners in product development saves time and money? Think again. The real costs of skipping proven development practices often don’t surface until you’re deep into production—when fixing problems becomes exponentially more expensive and time-consuming. Plan, Develop, Pilot We regularly meet with companies facing expensive production problems that could have been prevented with…

From Concept to Market: Why Your Product Development Process Makes or Breaks Success

From Concept to Market: Why Your Product Development Process Makes or Breaks Success

Introduction Having a great product idea is just the beginning. The difference between successful market launches and costly failures often comes down to one thing: following a proven development process that prioritizes manufacturability, cost control, and supply chain resilience from day one. The Right Process Every year, thousands of innovative products fail, not because they…

Why Smart Companies Choose Patton for Software Development Management

Why Smart Companies Choose Patton for Software Development Management

Introduction Finding the right software development partner is challenging. You need someone who understands your priorities, delivers on time, and provides long-term support. Here’s why smart companies trust Patton with their most critical projects. Multiple Profiles, Comprehensive Delivery Not all software development clients are the same, and neither are their needs. Some are innovators seeking…

From Prototype to Production (Part 2): Key DFM Considerations

From Prototype to Production (Part 2): Key DFM Considerations

You’ve done it. Your prototype works beautifully—it validates your concept, impresses stakeholders, and proves your design vision. But as you stare at that functional prototype, a sobering question emerges: How do we actually make thousands of these? This is where many promising products stumble. The gap between “it works” and “we can manufacture it profitably”…

From Prototype to Production (Part 3): Making DFM Work for Your Team

From Prototype to Production (Part 3): Making DFM Work for Your Team

You’ve done it. Your prototype works beautifully—it validates your concept, impresses stakeholders, and proves your design vision. But as you stare at that functional prototype, a sobering question emerges: How do we actually make thousands of these? This is where many promising products stumble. The gap between “it works” and “we can manufacture it profitably”…

From Prototype to Production (Part 1): Why Design for Manufacturing Is Your Critical Next Step

From Prototype to Production (Part 1): Why Design for Manufacturing Is Your Critical Next Step

You’ve done it. Your prototype works beautifully—it validates your concept, impresses stakeholders, and proves your design vision. But as you stare at that functional prototype, a sobering question emerges: How do we actually make thousands of these? This is where many promising products stumble. The gap between “it works” and “we can manufacture it profitably”…