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Hey MakerMechanics community, wondering if anyone else learned some hard lessons from a product launch gone wrong? I'm thinking specifically about how easy it is to get caught up in the excitement of creating something new and underestimate the importance of thorough market research.We spent months building a custom 3D printer enclosure only to find out after launch that the price point was way off for our target audience - most DIYers were happy with cheaper, albeit less refined, options.
Another big takeaway was the necessity of rigorous testing beyond our own workbench. We thought we had covered all the bases, but once the enclosures were out in the wild, users in diverse climates exposed a flaw in the material warping under high humidity. Pre-launch beta testing with a wider group is definitely going to be a priority next time.
What about everyone else? Any similar experiences or insights you'd be willing to share? I'm curious to hear how others bounced back from setbacks and what preventative measures you've put in place since.Let's learn from each other!