Functional Prototypes, Built by Experts

We are Smashing Boxes, a design-centered Product Foundry in Durham.

Our multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and strategists draws on years of experience to build functional prototypes—working software that accelerates time-to-value by up to 75%.

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Have a fully functional prototype in weeks.

The Smashing Boxes Approach

Expert-Led. Prototype-First. Results-Driven.

We’ve spent over a decade building digital products across healthcare, education, and enterprise sectors.

Now we use that collective experience to help teams modernize faster—by validating ideas with real, usable software before scaling to hardened code.

Functional Prototype
2-3 weeks

Our experts design and build a working version of your idea.

Outcome:
You get real code, real data, and real insight before heavy investment.

Core user flows in your real stack
Lightweight backend and API layer
Clickable and coded interface
Technical roadmap and build estimate
Authentication, roles, and security
Key integrations (CRM, ERP, LMS, etc.)
Analytics and feedback capture
Hosted environment for user testing

Pilot Deployment
4-6 weeks

We refine the prototype, integrate it into your environment, and test it with real users.Turn your prototype into a pilot-ready product for real users.

Outcome:
Data-backed insight from real usage—before full deployment.

Hardened Production
8-12 weeks

We scale what works—secure, monitored, and ready for enterprise rollout.Transform a proven pilot into a production-grade platform.

Outcome:
Hardened, scalable, maintainable systems ready for launch.

Full backend and DevOps pipeline
QA, monitoring, and documentation
Security and compliance features
Enterprise deployment
Dedicated designer, engineer, and Project Manager
Biweekly releases
Maintenance, enhancements, and optimizations

Continuous Momentum
Monthly

A retained Smashing Boxes team keeps improving your product while you focus on growth.Stay ahead without building an in-house team.

Outcome:
Continuous evolution and measurable performance.

How can we help you?

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Why Experiece Matters

Newer Agencies

  • Single-discipline teams
  • Clickable mockups
  • Reactive development
  • One-off projects

Smashing Boxes

  • Functional prototypes built on real stacks
  • Reactive developmentIntentional process backed by 10+ years of transformation work
  • Long-term partners in modernization
  • Cross-functional experts in design, engineering, and product strategy

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Build with Experience. Launch with Confidence.

Smashing Boxes brings design, engineering, and product expertise together to deliver working prototypes that transform ideas into production-ready systems—faster and smarter.

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