(3.17) From Prototype to Prime Time: Navigating Production Planning and Launch for Physical Products

Developing and launching a physical product involves a detailed and strategic production planning process. We will cover essential aspects from prototype creation to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring your product is ready for market success. 

Specifically answering your questions, such as: 

• How do you translate creation of a prototype to manufacturing production of a product?
• What is the difference between freelance, contractor, original equipment manufacturer (OEM), and a giant manufacturer that can do everything in house?
• What considerations do you need to take into account when making your product “future proof” such that you can expand on your product or develop it further without too many issues in the future?
• What is a reasonable timeline for developing out and launching your product?

And so much more! By the end of this session, you will know how to future-proof your product, conduct a cost-benefit analysis, and balance the urgency of market introduction with product readiness. 

This session is a part of Startup Boston Week 2024 and is perfect for product designers that have a prototype of their product and are starting to go through the motions of mass-producing it.