S2 E8: Quality Engineering and Strategy for Hardware with Matt Lipsitz

S2 E8: Quality Engineering and Strategy for Hardware with Matt Lipsitz

Author: Sera Evcimen March 5, 2024 Duration: 1:01:04

Quality or sustaining engineering sound like big initiatives that only exist in big companies like GE or P&G but this is a common misconception in the startup world. Having a quality mindset and culture should come into play the first day of product development.I am excited to have Matthew Lipsitz, Head of Quality at Formlabs on to discuss exactly this. Formlabs started as a startup and scaled right in front of our eyes but quality was always front-in-mind. We talk about;

  • defining #quality,
  • applying quality from day 1,
  • how to create a low-touch and non-burdensome quality infrstructure in a startup
  • and much more!

Music by: Tom Stoke (in addition to royalty-free music provided by Descript)

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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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