Hi there Fastlane. I came across this community while looking for guidance on product development.
I have a very simple product idea that I want to take to market, probably via Amazon. I created a jury-rigged prototype that performs the function of the product well, but it lacks the aesthetic appeal to actually sell. The product is very straightforward and easy to understand—likely made of plastic with no electronics or anything. From my research, there aren’t any comparable products to it.
I’ve been in talks with product development companies, and honestly I like what they have to offer. I lack the expertise to: design a physical product, consider manufacturing needs, source to a manufacturer, etc..
But between product development fees and setting up manufacturing, it seems a bit cost-prohibitive. I have looked into 3D printing via freelancers or small companies, but there is still an expertise gap I would have to overcome (how to aesthetically design it, how to get enough units to test the market, etc.).
So the challenge ultimately is this: HOW do you go from a functional prototype TO having enough units of a sellable product so that you can test the market WHEN you're on a budget? I doubt there are easy answers to this question, but I would welcome any advice—or possible shortcuts.
Thanks!
I have a very simple product idea that I want to take to market, probably via Amazon. I created a jury-rigged prototype that performs the function of the product well, but it lacks the aesthetic appeal to actually sell. The product is very straightforward and easy to understand—likely made of plastic with no electronics or anything. From my research, there aren’t any comparable products to it.
I’ve been in talks with product development companies, and honestly I like what they have to offer. I lack the expertise to: design a physical product, consider manufacturing needs, source to a manufacturer, etc..
But between product development fees and setting up manufacturing, it seems a bit cost-prohibitive. I have looked into 3D printing via freelancers or small companies, but there is still an expertise gap I would have to overcome (how to aesthetically design it, how to get enough units to test the market, etc.).
So the challenge ultimately is this: HOW do you go from a functional prototype TO having enough units of a sellable product so that you can test the market WHEN you're on a budget? I doubt there are easy answers to this question, but I would welcome any advice—or possible shortcuts.
Thanks!
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