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Webinar: From Idea to Market: Product Development and Certification for Startups
11 Nov 2026 · 12:00 – 13:00 · Online (Zoom)
About this event
Bringing a technical product from the early concept stage to market readiness demands careful planning around production, standards, and regulatory compliance. In this interactive webinar, industry experts explain how to navigate the transition from prototype to series production without costly delays or compliance roadblocks.
What to expect
- Practical solutions to frequent product development and engineering hurdles
- Steps to prepare technical hardware and software for series production
- Insights on meeting critical certification, functional safety, and cybersecurity requirements
- Methods for accurate cost estimation and strategic product development planning
Speakers
Alois CaveltiDeputy CEO, Software Lead, Security Specialist at Solcept AG
Andreas StuckiCEO of Solcept AGWho should attend
Founders, engineering leads, and technical product managers in startups developing physical products, machinery, or embedded software who want to streamline their path to commercialisation.
About the host
The Swiss Startup Association is the non-profit umbrella organisation advocating for Swiss startups, offering founder education, networking opportunities, and political representation across Switzerland.
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