Services — Launchpad Project Management

Services & Pricing

Engineering expertise.
From first sketch to first article.

Structured project management for small manufacturers bringing injection-moulded products to life — with 35 years of hands-on experience behind every engagement.

Every LPM engagement is customised to your product and team. Your designer and tooling engineer get direct access to a structured communication and review system — managed by an experienced engineer who keeps projects on track and off the scrap pile.

Not sure where to begin?

The Project Communication Audit is the lowest-risk way to see where your current design-to-manufacture process is breaking down — and what it’s costing you.

Recommended First Step

Project Communication Audit
A structured review of your current design-to-manufacture communication breakpoints. Delivered as a written findings and recommendations report. No ongoing commitment required.

$1,200 – $1,800

CAD · One-time engagement

Setup & System Configuration

A one-time fee that covers full LPM system customisation for your product context, user access for your team, and an initial engineering review.

$3,500 – $6,000
CAD · Setup fee · One-time
Scaled to your project complexity and the scope of customisation required. Invoiced upon signed agreement before work begins.

What’s included
  • Needs assessment & scoping session
  • LPM system configured for your product & tooling context
  • User access setup — designer & tooling engineer
  • Initial part design review (DFM)
  • Mould standards library foundation
  • Onboarding walkthrough for your team

Monthly Retainer

Your recurring access to an experienced engineer — approving communications, catching problems early, and keeping your project moving with discipline.

Light

$1,800
per month CAD

Email approval in/out and a monthly system check-in. Keeps communications structured without heavy ongoing involvement.
~ 6–8 hrs / month

Active

$3,200
per month CAD

Email approval, monthly tool review, and first article trial support. For companies moving fast and needing hands-on guidance at critical milestones.
~ 16–18 hrs / month

À La Carte

Standalone services available independently or as add-ons for retainer clients at specific project milestones.

Service Description Fee (CAD)
DFM / Part Design Review Design for manufacture analysis of your part geometry and material selection $800 – $1,500
Tool Design Review Single-tool review against mould standards and production requirements $900 – $1,600
First Article Trial Support On-site or remote attendance and guidance during first article trials at the injection shop $1,200 – $2,000 / day
Mould Standards Development Creation of a company-specific mould standards document for use with toolmakers $2,500 – $4,500

Let’s start with a conversation.

Every engagement begins with a no-obligation discovery call. Bring your project, your challenges, and your questions.

Book a Discovery Call

Christopher Morewood · PMP · 35 years injection moulding experience