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When you produce a prototype, you probably go to the big US distributors for parts orders. In my experience working with startups, one area everyone takes for granted is procurement of components. Programming/flashing performed on the line or components are supplied pre-programmed Programming/flashing performed by designers Specific QC programs implemented by fab/assembly vendor Sourcing and purchasing might be done by design team and manufacturer’s procurement team Sourcing and purchasing done by design team Parts supplied via allocation from semiconductor manufacturers and distributors Prototyping and low-volume production runs differ significantly from volume production runs in many areas, which are summarized below.ĭesigns are not optimized for cost and function This is the chance to learn from mistakes and eventually perfect the product before scaling into the market. The prototyping process is where many startups excel they take the time to get good at building their functionality, selecting features for their product, and qualifying vendors.

The team needs to manage sourcing and logistics during production.

Products must later transition into high volume production.

Startups need to iterate on initial designs to perfect their product and align with user demands.

Startups need to initially produce prototypes at low volume to qualify a design.

Startups and established companies follow similar processes in this area: Management of PCB production differs somewhat when producing at low volume compared to high volume. When it’s time to go to market, you can be prepared to enter production quickly with minimal redesign and optimization effort. We’ll outline what you can expect as you transition a prototype into volume production, including production at much higher volume. We always like to say “work with your manufacturer,” but there are some simple design choices and logistical steps that will smooth the transition into production. What should startups do when they are ready to make this very important step, and how can risk be reduced during this transition?

The next step is to take your prototype and to put it into production, eventually scaling into high volume.

You’ve gone through your prototyping rounds, you’ve performed multiple rounds of functional testing in the field, and your product has passed EMC compliance testing.