{"id":15878,"date":"2024-07-01T09:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T06:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/boosting-product-development-with-prototypes\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T14:08:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T11:08:07","slug":"boosting-product-development-with-prototypes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/en\/boosting-product-development-with-prototypes\/","title":{"rendered":"Boosting Product Development with Prototypes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"onni-matti-halkola-on-aloittanut-vuoden-alusta-uudessa-roolissa-linkin-teknologia-yksikon-vetajana-linkilla-han-on-tyoskennellyt-nelja-vuotta-mekaniikan-ja-projektinjohdon-tehtavissa-ennen-linkia-onni-matti-on-kerannyt-kokemusta-erilaisissa-rooleissa-kansainvalisissa-tuotekehitysymparistoissa-mobiili-ja-elektroniikkatuotteiden-parissa-hanella-on-siten-vahva-ymmarrys-tuotekehitysymparistosta-ja-konseptoinnista-monipuolisena-asiantuntijana-onni-matille-hyppays-teknologiajohtajaksi-on-luonnollinen-jatkumo-uralla-mies-on-myos-luontaisesti-kiinnostunut-teknologioista-ja-seuraa-kehitysta-aktiivisesti\">Agile development is one of LINK\u2019s core principles. Our 200-square-meter LINK <a href=\"https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/en\/protohub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ProtoHUB <\/a>in Espoo enables us to build prototypes, mockups, and proofs of concept (POCs). The workshop has been used to build several full-scale cabins and even to assemble a motorcycle and an aircraft. Hands-on testing is part of our everyday work. We use both digital and physical prototypes in design and to verify that solutions work as intended.    <\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We gathered insights from our designers on how prototypes are used and built in design projects that aim to create new products or solve implementation and technology challenges.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-opt-id=761878713  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/link-punainen-ympyra.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10434\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:50px;height:50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/link-punainen-ympyra.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/link-punainen-ympyra.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do Designers View Prototyping and Its Benefits for Better Results and Solutions?<\/h3>\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=1875876477  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11261 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/thomas.jpg 1470w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cPrototypes are built for many different purposes. Functional prototypes demonstrate mechanical or other functions, while visual prototypes show what the finished product could look like. A prototype may demonstrate a specific product function or the performance of the solution as a whole. Ultimately, prototypes bring designers\u2019 ideas into physical form and reveal whether there is a gap between the design and reality.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cPrototypes are particularly important in the early stages of the development process. A working prototype can be used to demonstrate whether a physical phenomenon can be applied in a technology project.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=1784536305  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11255 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/tommi.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=140173915  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11239 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAfter the first rough prototype, the next step is to package the product in a more refined form\u2014only what is needed, nothing more. Insights and new requirements should be identified through earlier prototypes and incorporated into the next generation.\u201d  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cDefining a technology often begins with studying the underlying phenomenon. Once the desired phenomenon is understood, proof-of-concept design begins to determine how it can be applied in a product. A simplified prototype is then built to demonstrate that the product can deliver the required functionality. Once the functionality has been verified to a sufficient level, planning how to turn the solution into a market-ready product can begin.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=128947770  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11264 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/onnimatti.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=189334761  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11241 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/rami.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cEarly in my career, we still designed in two dimensions using 2D CAD systems. In 2D design, much of the visualization takes place in the designer\u2019s mind, while drawings turn those ideas into plans. It was therefore natural to build numerous prototypes from quick sketches, evaluate them, and refine them into increasingly detailed versions. Not every prototype became a product, but a significant number are still in production today.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cEarly-stage prototypes can move a project forward even when the overall solution is still open. Separate prototypes are created for the functions of different subsystems and combined into a complete solution later. We are currently working on a project in which the product\u2019s appearance and overall size are still at the sketch stage, while functional prototypes already exist for the critical details. Prototypes can be used to test a simple mechanism, ergonomics, physical dimensions, and compatibility with the intended environment.\u201d   <\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=258984699  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11243 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/leevi.jpg 1485w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=1948358642  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11245 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/markus.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA prototype can also make a future product tangible when its design is still at a rough stage. It allows the team to evaluate size, manufacturability, and other relevant characteristics. A prototype is not only an engineer\u2019s tool; it gives every project stakeholder an opportunity to assess the solution.\u201d  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen testing prototypes, we are often testing how theoretical models based on the laws of physics perform in practice: do they work as expected, and do they achieve the objectives we have set? Attention often turns to technical details whose practical resolution confirms both the validity of the theoretical model and the correct functioning of the solution.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=1123045450  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11247 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/juuso.jpg 1628w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=226258570  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11253 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/jari-1.jpg 1514w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen a prototype is built, ideas move beyond theory and design. Concrete reality takes a greater role, and the laws of physics come into play. A design may appear sound on paper, but once the first physical prototype has been assembled, the plans may need to be completely revised. At that point, the time invested in prototyping has already paid for itself.\u201d   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:48px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">For us, prototypes are an essential everyday tool in agile development, helping us solve even the most difficult product challenges. What has your experience with prototypes been?<\/h4>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">We have plenty of experience and insight to share on prototyping and agile development. <br \/>Give us a call and let\u2019s discuss how we can support your needs. <br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/en\/protohub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Explore Our Workshop and ProtoHUB Service <\/a><br \/><\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img data-opt-id=2107042643  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jari_Lehikoinen-nelio.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3016\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:190px;height:190px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:640\/h:640\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jari_Lehikoinen-nelio.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jari_Lehikoinen-nelio.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/Jari_Lehikoinen-nelio.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jari Lehikoinen<\/strong><br \/>Director, Product Development<br \/><br \/><a href=\"tel:+358503038395\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">+358 50 303 8395<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img data-opt-id=1496629394  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11279\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:190px;height:190px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:470\/h:470\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/image.jpeg 470w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/image.jpeg 300w, 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rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">+358 40 524 2740<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-opt-id=1802931349  loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11251 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:768\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavatqvr5rz.i.optimole.com\/cb:qpdk.5b1d4\/w:1080\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/linkdesign.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/fili2b.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The black-and-white film photographs featured in this article were taken by LINK\u2019s young and talented product development engineer, Filimon Paasilahti.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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