S2 E4: Scaling up Manufacturing with Scott Miller

S2 E4: Scaling up Manufacturing with Scott Miller

Author: Sera Evcimen January 9, 2024 Duration: 55:53

Scott Miller is back again on the Builder Circle! A true hardware veteran, in this episode we will be privileged enough to talk with him within the realm of his professional sweet spot: how to properly scale your manufacturing with a focus on injection molding! The episode will dive into:

  • When should a product team know to convert to injection molding? From a technological readiness level, unit economics and supply chain strategy perspective.
  • More specifically, how many units should companies be aiming to produce for injection molding to make sense?
  • What are some other manufacturing techniques that work at scale? What are some considerations for each technique?

And many more!

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Sera Evcimen hosts The Builder Circle™: The Hardware Startup Success Podcast, a resource created specifically for those navigating the uniquely challenging path of bringing a physical product to life. This isn't about generic business advice; it's a deep, practical conversation focused on the realities of hardware-the long development cycles, tight budgets, and complex risks that can intimidate even the most passionate founders. Each episode functions like a chapter in a vital curriculum, breaking down the concrete methods and proven processes needed to move from concept to a functioning company. You'll hear candid discussions that demystify the entire journey, offering clarity on the "unknown unknowns" that often derail promising ventures. For entrepreneurs, engineers, and builders committed to creating a successful hardware system, this podcast provides the grounded insights and strategic thinking necessary to tackle those difficulties head-on. Tune in for actionable guidance that meets the specific demands of building something real in the world of technology and entrepreneurship.
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