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I think it is widely agreed upon that kids are a lot more creative than adults.  Whether it’s because their brains aren’t bogged down by the grinds of daily life, or because they just aren’t afraid to fail, kids can create some really cool stuff when given the opportunity.  This December, artist Yayoi Kusama captured this creativity in her installation for the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art.  Yayoi constructed a large household environment, painted everything white (creating a blank canvas) and then gave visiting children thousands of stickers to place wherever they would like.  To take a look at the wild results click the link below.

http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2012/01/yayoi-kusama-obiliteration-room/

The January issue of Popular Science magazine will feature an article about the Wilton B.A.S.H. (Bad Ass Sledge Hammer).  It’s claimed to be the toughest sledgehammer ever built, and Popular Science put it to the test to see if they could break the hammer and capitalize on the $1000 guarantee.  SPOILER:  they didn’t!   For more info on the Wilton B.A.S.H. check out the Featured Project section of our portfolio.   

Presented by the Historic Third Ward Association in Milwaukee, the 24 year old Gallery Night tradition has grown into a two day premier art event for both the experienced art connoisseur and the casual art/design lover.  The fall event (Oct. 21 and 22) features 61 locations throughout downtown Milwaukee.  If you are looking for a great way to spend your weekend head down to the historic third ward for the art, and stay for some wonderful food, drinks and Milwaukee culture.  

http://www.historicthirdward.org/events/gallerynight.php

Ryan Bollig has also joined our team.  Ryan is a mechanical designer with nearly 15 years of experience in the analytical instrument, fitness, and wind/solar power distribution industries. He is a Certified SolidWorks Professional and also has Pro/E experience. His love of mechanical design carries over into his hobbies where he has built his own CNC router as well as his own FDM machine! When not involved in DIY technology projects, he likes to work on his two classic Chevy Corvairs.

Another summer has come to a close.  And while barbeques are getting their last minute firings of the season, the team from InForm is preparing for the Medical Design and Manufacturing show in Chicago.  The MD&M boasts the largest convention in the medical field throughout the Midwest.  Wayne and Erica will both be there next week to answer any questions you may have about our services.  More details can be found at http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/mdmmw11/. 

Can’t make it to the show?  No problem!  Send an email to sales@in-form.com to schedule a time to talk.

In the world of outsourced product development, there are almost as many paths to take as there are products to develop. 

You can go in with all the questions answered and a locked-down product spec, budget in mind and a drop-dead date chiseled in granite.  Or, you can barely have a germ of an idea with no knowledge of how to nurture it into a shelf-worthy artifact that will set your company right for years to come.

We have clients that prefer to lead from the engine, barreling down the tracks, calling to us for more speed as we sweat in the coal car.  Others have dropped off the baby on the porch steps and come back, when the idea has fully grown on graduation day.

You can order up the works - brainstorming sketches thru to production ready files.  Or maybe just a snack - an refreshingly restyled housing or desperately needed cost-reduced sub-assembly.

With all the possibilities there are, there is no wrong way to integrate external services to assist you in developing your product - you only need to choose which path to take... and we can help with that too!

The heart of America is pumping stronger thanks to efforts of the companies presenting at the Heartland Velo Show on August 27th and 28th at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. The Midwest may be better known for the large cycling companies that are thriving within but the size of the company by no means is in direct relation to their passion and contributions to bike culture, advocacy and a rider's overall enjoyment of a two-wheeled experience. Check out this unique show to see the velo-centric products the heartland has to offer.

http://www.heartlandveloshow.com/Home.html
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Heartland-Velo-Show/153407121382825?sk=info

This week, some in the cycling community had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at the newly redesigned CycleOps PowerTap Hubs, Joule Cycling Computers and Heart Rate Monitor.  InForm has been working with CycleOps over the past year, assisting them in the development of a unique visual style and brand DNA representative of their company, products and new technologies.  The PowerTap G3 hub set is slated for release this August, with the Joule and Joule GPS to follow in November.   Check out the links below for more details and pictures of the new products.

http://lavamagazine.com/gear/powertap-debuts-new-hub,-wheelset,-joule-for-2012#axzz1PRUS2aIq

http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/06/first-look-at-new-cycleops-joule-and.html

InForm is happy to announce another great addition to our team.  Erica Hagen, a business development specialist, will be assisting companies in the Greater-Chicago area learn more about InForm, our team and how we can assist their efforts to create new and exciting products for their end users.   Our team looks forward to working with Erica and helping her spread the many success stories of our company.

Below is the final article in the 3 part series by Jon Kolko.  The first two touched on the importance of design research leading to great innovations.  This final article explains importance of a point of view during idea creation.  Biased perspectives and judgments from the team is the key to innovation. 

http://www.fastcodesign.com/1663079/when-trying-to-invent-being-objective-can-cripple-your-process

InForm is proud to announce and extend our congratulations to MasterLock on the receipt of a 2010 International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) Silver Award for the 1500i Speed Dial combination Lock.  InForm worked with MasterLock to ensure the Speed Dial’s patented mechanisms/technology worked fluidly and effectively, creating better experiences for their customers. 

The Speed Dial is a revolutionary padlock that opens with up, down, left and right directional movements, allowing users to operate the lock with a single hand.  The new design also enhances the overall experience for visually impaired consumers, and those with limited dexterity. 

The InForm team is proud to announce the launch of our new brand.  We have been working endlessly this past year developing a new logo, website and added services to better assist our growing client list.  Take a look at www.in-form.com to view the new site and learn more about our company.  Also be sure to check out our recent released products, links to social media sites, and service offerings.

At InForm we believe that a great design synthesis is the key to innovation.  Starting each program with Design Research and Ergonomic analysis brings forth knowledge and information that takes the product development process one step closer to an even greater product.

Below is an interesting article by Jon Kolko, Executive Director of Design Strategy at Thinkiv.  This is part 1 of a 3 part series. 

http://www.fastcodesign.com/1663002/how-do-you-transform-good-research-into-great-innovations