Product Development

Product Development Engineered for Production

We help teams develop products that scale. Every decision is guided by DFM/DFA, validated through real builds, and delivered production-ready.

At MDST Design, product development is not a linear handoff - it’s an iterative, manufacturing-driven process. We design with production constraints in mind from day one, validate assumptions through prototyping and pilot builds, and deliver documentation suppliers can actually use.

Our approach reduces late-stage redesigns, shortens timelines, and ensures products move smoothly from engineering into manufacturing.

MATT CAMPOBASSO

(FOUNDER + ENGINEER + DESIGNER)

Matt is a visionary mechanical engineer whose journey in the world of manufacturing has evolved into a remarkable success story. With a strong background in manufacturing, Matt has passionately steered his career towards a more creative and innovative path. Today, he is the proud owner of a cutting-edge design and development firm that specializes in crafting production-ready products that seamlessly blend aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability. In addition to all things design and engineering related, Matt has a profound fascination with SLA 3D printing technology. He has harnessed this passion to create an impressive internal print farm equipped with large-scale, high-resolution SLA printers. Matt is a testament to the transformative power of dedication, innovation, and an unyielding passion for design and manufacturing.

About MDST Design

Welcome to MDST Design, where innovation meets precision! We are a cutting-edge product development firm and 3D printing company dedicated to bringing your ideas to life in the most creative and efficient ways possible. Not only do we focus on producing eye-catching designs, we cut no corners when it comes to ensuring a product is both functional and manufacturable. With a passion for development and a commitment to excellence, MDST Design is your trusted partner in turning concepts into reality.

(Mission Statement)
At MDST Design our mission is simple: to empower creativity and drive innovation through advanced product development and 3D printing solutions. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to turn their ideas into tangible products, and we're here to make that happen. Our dedication to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction drives everything we do.

Our Product Development Process

01Discovery & Requirements Definition

  • Product goals, constraints, and success metrics
  • Regulatory or compliance considerations (when applicable)
  • Manufacturing targets (volume, cost, materials, processes)

OUTCOME: Clear scope + manufacturing-aligned requirements

02Concept Development & Feasibility

  • Early concepts evaluated against manufacturing realities
  • Architecture decisions driven by assembly, tooling, and cost
  • Risk areas identified early

OUTCOME: Feasible direction - not just good-looking concepts

03CAD, DFM & DFA Development

  • Detailed CAD driven by DFM/DFA principles
  • Part count reduction and assembly simplification
  • Material and tolerance decisions made intentionally

OUTCOME: Designs optimized for manufacturing, not revision

04Prototyping & Pilot Builds

  • Functional and assembly prototypes
  • In-house low-volume builds to validate fit, flow, and assumptions
  • Design refinements based on real-world builds

OUTCOME: Proven manufacturability before scale

05Production-Ready Handoff

  • Clean CAD, drawings, BOMs, and assembly strategy
  • Supplier-ready documentation
  • Optional supplier identification through our manufacturing network

OUTCOME: Smooth transition into production

What Makes Our Product Development Different

  • Manufacturing-first decisions from day one
  • DFM validated through real builds - not assumptions
  • Reduced part count and simplified assemblies
  • Production-ready deliverables suppliers trust
  • Support through sourcing and production transition

Who This is For

  • A startup preparing for first production
  • A mid-size company scaling an existing product
  • A team stuck between design approval and manufacturing reality
  • An internal engineering team needing extra manufacturing expertise