Monday, December 15, 2008
Monday, December 8, 2008
Made in the USA
Struggling with supporting our own economy or supporting my own economy.
As the PaceWheel's success continues, we are expanding our product line to include Strengthwheel - a weightlifting calculator. But, as we approach the final design phases and move toward production, I'm in a bit of a quandary.
I can cut my production costs by nearly half AND produce in plastic (for more durability) by outsourcing. Alternately, I can produce it Stateside for what PaceWheels cost me (in UV-Coated cardstock) or for about 50% more than PaceWheels cost me (in Plastic).
The bottom line is: is my bottom line the most important thing here? How important is "Made in the USA"? How valuable is "Made in the USA"? I certainly can't just look out for number 1, but it is an important factor. Weigh in, and let me know what you think.
As the PaceWheel's success continues, we are expanding our product line to include Strengthwheel - a weightlifting calculator. But, as we approach the final design phases and move toward production, I'm in a bit of a quandary.
I can cut my production costs by nearly half AND produce in plastic (for more durability) by outsourcing. Alternately, I can produce it Stateside for what PaceWheels cost me (in UV-Coated cardstock) or for about 50% more than PaceWheels cost me (in Plastic).
The bottom line is: is my bottom line the most important thing here? How important is "Made in the USA"? How valuable is "Made in the USA"? I certainly can't just look out for number 1, but it is an important factor. Weigh in, and let me know what you think.
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