In the latest episode of JAKTALK, Jeff Kinsberg, chairman, founder, and COO of JAKTOOL, delves into a more personal narrative, exploring the familial influences that propelled his engineering career. Joined by his father, Barry Kinsberg, Jeff discusses the early experiences that shaped his path, providing valuable insights for aspiring engineers and entrepreneurs. This article […]
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JAKTOOL’s Unique Approach to Innovative Precision Product Development & Project Management
A Unique Approach to Project Management JAKTOOL is often described as a “unicorn” in our industry thanks to our integrated approach that brings various disciplines under one roof. This holistic method provides a significant competitive advantage. We can attribute much of our success to the collaborative environment we foster, ensuring all departments are able to […]
Engineering Innovation: Navigating Change and Embracing Agility in Defense and Aerospace
The Agility of Small Organizations One of the main benefits of working with a smaller company is accountability. In large organizations, it can take multiple levels of approval to get things done, slowing down the process significantly. In contrast, smaller companies like JAKTOOL can respond quickly and are directly accountable for their deliverables. This agility […]
How JAKTOOL’s CEO, Cristy Richards, Developed Core Values That Drive Success
In episode #4 of JAKTALK, a podcast by JAKTOOL, host Jeff Kinsberg is joined by Cristy Richards, the CEO, and brains behind our core values. They discuss the business’s growth since she joined, how and why she developed our core values, her history and experience, and so much more. This article is a recap […]
The Agile Power of Small Defense Contractors
In the high-stakes world of defense and aerospace, agility and innovation are not just buzzwords but essential elements for national security and technological advancement. In episode #5 of JAKTALK, our host, Jeff Kinsberg, is joined by Justin Russo, Defense Program Manager, and Chris Gandy, Director of Business Development, Defense & Aerospace. They explore the transformative […]
How We Take Ideas to Done with Our Innovate, Execute, Transfer Process
Our Uniquely Integrated Process JAKTOOL stands out in the manufacturing landscape for its integrated approach to product development, famously dubbed by industry insiders as a “unicorn” operation. We pride ourselves on our ability to manage a project from idea to done, a rarity in a sector often segmented into discrete phases managed by separate entities. […]
Bridging the Design-Manufacturing Divide: A Key to Competitive Advantage
The synergy between design and manufacturing teams is a critical determinant of the project’s success and the company’s competitiveness. This article delves into the intricate balance between part definition, modeling for design, and the practical realities of manufacturing, a theme that resonates deeply with professionals across the spectrum, from engineers to business leaders. This article […]
Turning Ideas into Reality: The Collaboration of Program Managers and Project Leads
This blog dives into the topics covered in the first episode of JAKTOOL’s new podcast, JAKTALK. We’ll be sharing episodes every other week on YouTube and Vimeo. Subscribe to catch new episodes and get valuable industry insight! This article is a recap of JAKTALK episode #1. You can watch the full episode on YouTube. […]
A Conversation with Aerospace Engineering Pioneer and Satellite Technology Trailblazer, Ken Johnson
In our newest episode of JAKTALK, host Jeff Kinsberg has a conversation with Ken Johnson, an aerospace pioneer whose career has been instrumental in shaping how we communicate, navigate, forecast, and monitor weather, observe and monitor our planet, explore space, and more through satellites. Their discussion unveils the intricacies of turning ambitious ideas into tangible […]
We Design, Build, Manufacture & Validate Under One Roof
Did you know that JAKTOOL is a vertically integrated product development company that designs, builds, manufactures, and validates under one roof? Contact us today to discuss your next manufacturing project and let’s build something great, together. Reach out to learn more, lunch is on us.