The Next Generation of Kickstarter Manufacturing
Kickstarter crowdfunding is not a new idea, but it has recently grown into it's own as a legitimate way for all types of entrepreneurs to fund their ideas. Thanks to Kickstarter, and other sites like Indiegogo and FundAnything, Makers are able to put their vision forward and ask the market if it deserves to be funded. This new channel of funding for anyone who wants to start or grow their own business is more accessible, along with the side benefits of proving out the concept and building an initial customer base at launch. However, as any repeat entrepreneur knows, funding is only one of many barriers. The next hurdle, now that you've got the money, is actually making your product, and for many Kickstarter creators this involves manufacturing.