CALIPERCLOCK.COM
My First Product, Developed, Manufactured, and Sold
Started in April 2024 “CALIPERCLOCK” was born from a joke said by a former boss. Fueled by spite and a desire to serve those in the measurement and timekeeping industry my first product was developed, manufactured, and sold. From the prototype to the first sale a mere three months had passed. A few notable features and accomplishments of this product are listed below.
Collected consumer feedback with early prototypes to optimize features and finish
Designed a simple-to-follow instruction sheet for assembly
Assembly testing was conducted to optimize the readability of the instruction sheet
DFM principles were considered to optimize print time and product quality
Built and packaged around a standard 12x12x4 box reducing cost and shipping
Cost-effective vendors were found for filament, hardware, paper, packing, and hardware
A full BOM cost breakdown of the product was created
Logo and brand identity were created aligning with CALIPERCLOCK values
Product photography was taken within a studio and with models
Troubleshoot various production issues and addressed those reported
Boots on the ground sales, clipboard, pen, and a CALIPERCLOCK
Designed and launched a website to sell online
Provided after-sale service and collected customer feedback
Exposure to product development, manufacturing, sales, branding, entrepreneurship
Paid for a semester at Chico State
Brought great joy to those who saw or purchased my product : )
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