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Below is an outline of the critical steps required at the idea, prototype, and production stages of climatetech hardware product development. Although it is not a comprehensive list, it’s a great place to get started.

Our programs Venture For ClimateTech and Scale For ClimateTech can provide personal guidance through the steps below.

Visit the links to read more about each topic.

Below is an outline of the critical steps required at the idea, prototype, and production stages of climatetech hardware product development. Although it is not a comprehensive list, it’s a great place to get started.

Our programs Venture For ClimateTech and Scale For ClimateTech can provide personal guidance through the steps below.

Visit the links to read more about each topic.

Idea
Stage

Step 1: Identify a Customer Segment with a Problem

Step 2: Define Your Value Proposition

Step 3: Write a Market Requirements Document (MRD)

Step 4: Write a Product Requirements Document (PRD)

Prototype
Stage

Step 1: Pre-Alpha / MVP / Proof-of-Concept Prototype

Step 2: Alpha Prototype

Step 3: Beta Prototype

Step 4: Pilot Prototype

Production
Stage

Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) Assessment

Working with Suppliers

Working with Manufacturers

Workforce

Low-Rate Production

Full-Rate Production

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