Technical Spotlight: Why Your Prototype is Only 10% of the Journey
The organized chaos of Volume 2: Refining the 'Resource-Light' methodology. Sometimes the best innovations start with a messy desk and a clear goal.
Many inventors believe that once they hold a working prototype in their hands, the hard work is over. In reality, this is where the "Market Calibration" phase truly begins.
In my recent technical bulletins, I’ve been exploring the concept of Resource-Light Validation. Before you spend thousands on professional tooling or patent filings, you must pressure-test your innovation against the "Three Pillars of Viability":
Functional Durability: Does it work in the hands of a stranger, not just the inventor?
Market Hunger: Are people willing to pay for the solution, or just compliment the idea?
Manufacturing Leaness: Can it be produced without reinventing the entire supply chain?
The goal isn't just to build a product; it’s to build a business case. Whether you are working with the Ambercite AI tools we’ve discussed at recent meetings or sketching on a napkin, the strategy remains the same: Test small, fail fast, and iterate with precision.
To read the full deep-dive on Resource-Light Testing and validating your innovation without breaking the bank, check out the latest bulletin at tsblackwellhart.com.
