Product & Manufacturing Guides
Bringing a new product to market shouldn’t feel like guesswork. This library of guides from Klugonyx is designed to help founders, product teams, and operations leaders understand the major decisions in product design, engineering, factory sourcing, and global manufacturing.
Each guide focuses on a specific question we get from clients all the time, things like “Where Should I Manufacture Outside of China?” or “How Do I name My Brand?”, and provides a structured way to think through your options without getting lost in jargon.
Top Manufacturing Country Alternatives to China.
If you’re feeling exposed with too much manufacturing in China, you’re not alone. Tariffs, politics, and supply-chain shocks have pushed many brands to explore a “China plus one” strategy, but it’s hard to know which country actually makes sense for your products. This free guide breaks down the top manufacturing alternatives to China so you can compare options with real numbers instead of guesswork.
Global Tariff Calculator.
As global tariffs are influx, this spreadsheet helps you calculate your tariff costs in any country around the world (simply adjust the tariff percentage on your own as new deals with the US are struck).
This document helps you determine:
- Current tariff costs based on known shipping weight and dimensions
- Potential cost savings by switching your country of manufacturing
How to Name Your Brand.
A brand name is important because it’s the first impression of a company or product, representing its values and personality. A memorable name builds recognition, trust, and connection with consumers, helping the brand stand out.
This guide walks you through an interactive process for choosing a strong brand name, featuring 12 hands-on activities focused on:
- Brand Foundations
- Creative Exploration
- Refining & Evaluating
- Practical Considerations
- Final Name Selection
Simple Tech Pack Example.
A tech pack is essentially the blueprint of your product. A technical package explains every detail a factory needs to turn your design into a real, manufacturable item. But if you’ve never seen one before, it can be hard to know where to start.
This sock tech pack example shows you the basic structure and core components of a simple apparel tech pack, without overwhelming you with complexity. It includes:
- Measurements & Sizing
- Materials & Construction Basics
- Artwork & Logo Placement
- Reference Images & Callouts
Factory Sourcing & First Production Run Checklist.
Sourcing a factory and placing your first production order can feel overwhelming, and it’s easy to miss something important. This factory sourcing checklist helps you quickly see if your product is truly production-ready and highlights the gaps you should close before you request quotes or place a PO. Instead of guessing, you get a clear, structured list to work through with your team.
The checklist includes:
- Project basics
- Design & engineering readiness
- Costs, volumes & pricing
- Country & region short list
- Factory sourcing & vetting
- Samples, tooling & pre-production
- Quality, testing & compliance
- Orders, terms & logistics
- Risk & communication
