What to do after making a prototype?

I have a prototype, now what? 5 Steps to Successfully Bring It to Market

1. Step 1: Take the time to identify what vendors you need and effectively vet them.
2. Step 2: Determine how you will sell your product and establish your brand.
3. Step 3: Leave the shipping to the shipping experts.
4. Step 4: Protect your idea.

How do you turn a prototype into a product?

Turning a Prototype into a Product

1. 1) Determine material availability and pricing. The first thing you should do is create a bill of materials (BOM) that includes the total cost of every individual part as well as its assembly.
2. 2) Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
3. 3) Conduct a pilot production run.

How do you move from an idea to the first prototype?

Here are four steps to get your first prototype built so you can turn your idea into a patented, profitable product.

1. Create a Concept Sketch. The first step toward turning your idea into reality is getting it down on paper.
2. Develop a Virtual Prototype.
3. Build a Physical Prototype.
4. Locate a Manufacturer.

Who can design my prototype?

You may wish to hire professional prototype developers, engineers and designers, but others may be able to help you as well, including a handyman, a machinist or a student from a local industrial design college. The complexity and materials to be used in your specific product will help drive this decision.

What is the next step after designing and building a prototype?

After your team’s design has been validated with the development of a prototype, it’s time to look forward to the next phase. The plan for this next stage typically includes focusing on a solid course of action that is designed to bring the product to market in a way that positions it for success.

How much does it cost to build a prototype?

Prototype costs can range from a $100 to upwards of $30,000 for high fidelity connected devices. One of the most common questions we get is how much does a prototype cost to make? This is a tricky question, as prototypes can be free or cost upwards of $100,000. It all depends on why you want a prototype.

What is the stage after prototype?

After the engineering prototype has been successfully tested, a production prototype is created. This is the last confirmation before designs are released for mass-production tooling.