Hardware design and manufacturing made easy

Go from concept to market-ready with ease by leveraging our strategic design and manufacturing partnerships. Focus on your vision while we project manage the production.

Your vision, our connections

A consultancy and project management firm, The Founders Agency empowers startups and young companies across North America and Europe to find suitable design and manufacturing partners in Asia.

Save costs without compromising on quality

Get top-notch design and manufacturing solutions that won’t strain your budget. Through our extensive network of reputable partners in Asia, we source cost-effective resources that meet your high-quality standards while delivering a superior product.

Accelerate development cycles

Count on us for accelerated development cycles. Our team efficiently project manages the design and manufacturing process, reducing lead times and getting your product to market faster.

Seamless design and manufacturing process

Avoid costly delays from mismatched designs and manufacturing glitches. Our experts guide the entire process, ensuring a smooth sailing process to on-time, top-quality delivery, every single time.

Efficient use of resources

Make every resource matter. Our hands-on expertise optimizes resource allocation while enhancing product development efficiency. We boost your ROI, letting you focus on other crucial tasks.

What we offer

You’ll find specialized services for every phase of your hardware venture. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your product line, our services provide the support and expertise you need.

Seed funding

We provide you with essential financial support at the early stages of your journey, giving you the resources you need to turn your innovative ideas into tangible products.

Design engineering support

From concept to creation, we ensure your product idea is feasible and scalable. Our expertise lies in hardware and mechanical design, letting you focus on industrial and software design.

Product definition and parameters

We work closely with you to define clear product boundaries, reducing the need for costly redesigns and saving you valuable time and resources.

Contract manufacturing partnerships

We safeguard your design ideas by partnering with trusted Singapore-based manufacturing firms. Our comprehensive solution covers material sourcing, inventory, quality checks and large-scale production.

Our approach

We function as an extension of your team – a close-knit group of skilled experts with years of collective experience, with a focus on minimizing uncertainties throughout your hardware project.

Step 1: Discover

Our process starts with a chat. We’ll meet to learn about your products, assess your current stage, pinpoint the challenges you’re facing and determine the exact support you need. This initial interaction sets the foundation for our collaborative journey ahead.

Step 2: Advise

With insights in hand, we dive in to provide you with actionable guidance. We’ll lay out the possibilities and present you with a shortlist of design and manufacturing partners perfectly tailored to your needs.

Step 3: Quote

Once our advice aligns with your vision, we’ll prepare a formal quotation for your project. Upon your approval, we’ll proceed to secure the necessary payment and kickstart the design phase.

Step 4: Commit

Regular updates and scheduled calls keep us in sync, ensuring your project stays on track. We facilitate direct client-partner communication for smooth collaboration so you’re never left wondering.

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