Process
Concept to formula, testing, packaging, and production
Every project runs through the same five stages, whether you arrive with a validated formula or a single sentence describing what you want to make. Each stage ends with a decision, so scope and cost stay visible.
At a glance
The five stages
- 01
Concept
We define the product: consumer, channel, price point, flavor direction, packaging, and volume expectations. If you already have a formula, this stage is a review instead.
- 02
Formula
Formulas are developed and iterated with your feedback. Ingredient selection is constrained by the process you will run in, so nothing gets approved that cannot be manufactured.
- 03
Testing
Process trials confirm the formula holds up under real thermal treatment. Stability and shelf-life work runs in parallel, with sensory checks at multiple time points.
- 04
Packaging
Container, closure, label, and case configuration are locked. Label content is reviewed against the final formula so the panel matches what is actually in the can.
- 05
Production
A scale-up run validates the line, then production is scheduled against your launch date, with in-process checks and retained samples for each lot.
In detail
What happens at each stage
Concept
We define the product: consumer, channel, price point, flavor direction, packaging, and volume expectations. If you already have a formula, this stage is a review instead.
- Project brief and benchmarks
- Target nutrition and claims
- Packaging and channel direction
- Volume and timeline reality check
Formula
Formulas are developed and iterated with your feedback. Ingredient selection is constrained by the process you will run in, so nothing gets approved that cannot be manufactured.
- Custom formulation rounds
- Ingredient selection and sourcing
- Process compatibility screening
- Preliminary cost per unit
Testing
Process trials confirm the formula holds up under real thermal treatment. Stability and shelf-life work runs in parallel, with sensory checks at multiple time points.
- Process and pilot trials
- Thermal process definition
- Shelf-life and stability program
- Sensory evaluation over time
Packaging
Container, closure, label, and case configuration are locked. Label content is reviewed against the final formula so the panel matches what is actually in the can.
- Container and closure confirmation
- Label and nutrition review
- Artwork and decoration method
- Case and pallet configuration
Production
A scale-up run validates the line, then production is scheduled against your launch date, with in-process checks and retained samples for each lot.
- Scale-up and line validation
- Scheduled commercial runs
- In-process quality checks
- Lot documentation and retained samples
What you get
Documentation and clarity at every step
- Written scope before development begins
- Sample rounds with recorded feedback
- Defined thermal process for your formula and package
- Shelf-life and stability findings
- Final specifications and batch documentation
- Costing at your realistic run size
- Production schedule tied to your launch
- Lot records and retained samples
Start at whichever stage you are in
Concept, formula development, or finished formula — tell us where you are and we will map the remaining stages.