Product Development
Meet our Product Developers and learn how they can help your business grow!
Product Development for Your Stage of Business
New Company
Your company is in the startup stage with up to $50,000 in annual revenue
Emerging Company
Your business is emerging, with consistent revenue between $50,000 and $500,000 annually.
Growth
Your business is established and growing, with revenue beyond $500,000 annually.
Companies’ growth stages often overlap, and it is not always clear-cut which stage your company falls into. If you’re uncertain, we encourage you to explore all three categories to determine which services best align with your current needs.
Product development services for new companies
Recipe creation
Have an idea? We’ll turn it into a nutritious, delicious, tested recipe your customers will love.
Taste test & product improvement
Not sure if your product is the best it can be? We taste, tweak, and make it irresistible.
Nutrition label & ingredient list creation
We create accurate Nutrition Facts Table and ingredient lists so your product is compliant and trustworthy.
Labeling guidance & review (Canadian Food Inspection Agency compliant)
We make sure your packaging meets Canadian regulations so you can launch without costly mistakes.
Food cost estimates
Wondering what your product really costs to make? We’ll crunch the numbers so you can price smart and stay profitable.
Scale-up production support
Moving from kitchen to factory? We help scale your recipe without losing quality or flavor.
Shelf life determination
We determine how long your product stays fresh and safe, so you can set accurate expiry dates and reduce waste.
Creating food safety plans and communication with health authorities
We build your food safety plan and liaise with health inspectors for you, making compliance stress-free.
Creating step-by-step procedures and SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)
We create clear, easy-to-follow processes so your team does it right, every time.
Training on good manufacturing practices
We train your team on the “rules of the food factory”; on how to keep things clean, safe, and consistent so your product stays top-notch and inspection-ready.
Product development services for emerging + growth companies
Recipe and formulation development (new and existing products)
Launching something new or refreshing an existing product? We develop formulations that taste great, scale easily, and meet your cost goals.
Formulation improvement and optimization
We fine-tune your existing formula for better taste, longer shelf life, and lower cost.
Nutrition Facts Table and ingredients list creation
We create accurate Nutrition Facts Table and ingredient lists so your product is compliant and trustworthy.
Labeling guidance & review (CFIA compliant)
We double-check your labels before launch to avoid fines and protect your brand.
Scale-up production support
Moving from kitchen to factory? We help scale your recipe without losing quality or flavor.
Shelf life determination
We determine how long your product stays fresh and safe, so you can set accurate expiry dates and reduce waste.
Additional services for companies at all stages
Label & regulatory review service (CFIA compliant)
We double-check your labels before launch to avoid fines and protect your brand.
Shelf life determination and guidance on lab testing and interpretation of results
We interpret your lab results and confirm shelf life so your product stays safe and your claims are accurate.
Sensory test, product evaluation and analysis of data
Real people, real feedback. We run sensory tests and analyze the data so you know exactly what works and what doesn’t.
Process improvement audit (review existing SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) and/or HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) plans)
We review your SOPs and HACCP plans, making them stronger, simpler, and more effective for smooth operations.