We work to achieve innovative breakthroughs with all of our clients, from major global brands to entrepreneurial startups.

Our Design Process

Our design process consists of planned iterations to incorporate the multidisciplinary perspectives of our staff, partners, and clients. What appears to be a linear design process is actually an integrated team of designers, engineers and researchers working hand-in-hand throughout each process phase.

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"For a lower face protection program at Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center, Tool's innovative capabilities enabled them to design and develop out-of-the-box solutions for head protection systems.”Donald R. Lee II, Head Protection Engineer, NSRDEC

“Tool has been a partner on our helmet work for over 10 years. We view them as part of our team.”Cameron Cook, Business Unit Director, Burton Snowboards

"Tool is a specialized design firm that understands the lifecycle of a product from inception through launch. I've worked with Tool for over 4 years and they continue to surprise me with their insight, creativity, and design."Fred Macdonald, CEO, Mobile Monitor Technologies

"Tool did a great job on the ID and translating my vision and style into a beautiful iconic design that then informed the other machines in the lineup.”Bre Pettis, CEO, Makerbot

"Tool as been a valuable design asset for my products from Burton to Huffy. Tool possess a keen understanding of the product development process and their designs are thought through all the way to the manufacturing stage."John Fowler, VP Development and Engineering, Huffy Bicycle Company