10 steps to running a product business

The Wintercheck Factory only designs products that they can manufacture in the United States. Photo of NEW Product: Nesting Steel Shot Cups.

10 steps to The Wintercheck Factory process:

1. Have An Idea
2. Choose A Material
3. Source a Manufacturer
4. Value Engineer the Design
5. Test A Sample
6. Review Manufacturer’s Pre-Production Sample
7. Go Into Production
8. Release for Sale
9. Review Sales
10. Either Close Out Project or Go Back to Step 7

Kristen Wentrcek is the founder of Wintercheck Factory. In 2009 Wentrcek quit her job, rented a workspace in Bushwick-Brooklyn New York and motivated college friends to help her start the business. These 10 steps are listed on the Wintercheck Factory website. This includes a true dedication to local vendors and specialty manufacturing that simplify the process and promotes their partner relationship with each product produced. “Pushforward” —-