KST was co-founded by two Test & Measurement Engineers with more than a decade of experience working for Hewlett-Packard / Agilent Technologies. One of the many gifts from that experience was a robust Product Lifecycle Process. Whether we design a product for our clients or for ourselves, we have strict criteria for bringing that product to life and follow a defined process.
All engineering is done by KSTers and without any outside contractors. This increases our chances of building a "harmonized" product from hardware to the Cloud and everything in the middle. Design and build happens here in Colorado Springs!
Define overall objectives, identify the problem being solved, and set technical and business goals.
Create a PRD that outlines technical and business requirements clearly and objectively.
Rapid prototype (< 60 days) using breakout boards, mobile apps, Cloud Portal, and more.
Develop schematics, layouts, enclosures, and cloud integrations with a production mindset.
Build 10–20 unit batches for early access users and internal validation at our Colorado Springs facility.
Build final pre-production batches for certifications (FCC, IP, BLE SIG, LoRa, etc.).
Volume manufacturing with hands-on support for flashing, testing, and QA as needed.