HOW TO USE THIS TEMPLATE:

Name your new product version correctly: Product designation followed by "_v" followed by the last two digits of the current year followed by .two digits indicating current month.

Name example: Steam engine_v21.05

where "21" indicates the year 2021 and "05" indicates the month of May.

1. To create your product version page, enter its name (according to the format described above) in the search bar in the top right corner and press enter or click the search icon.

2. On the results-page, click the link found within the sentence Create the page "Product Designation_vYY.MM" on this wiki!

3. Go back to this template and Press Edit.

4. Copy the contents.

5. Go back to your product version page.

6. Paste the template contents into your product version page.

Now you can start adding contents. If appropriate, headings provided in this template can be modified, deleted or replaced.

This line and those above shall be deleted after you have implemented this template for a new development page.

Overview

For other versions of this product, see the Product page: [Insert link to the product page here. This template can be used for product pages: Template:Product]

Replace this text with a brief description of the product version. Feel free to include a picture (see Wiki instructions to learn how to upload files).

Status

This project is in stage 1 of 5; Design.

1. Design

2. Planning

3. Prototype

4. Almost done

5. Full Release

Replications

No replications so far.

The following format can be used to reference a replication:

[Start date YYYY-MM-DD, Location, Product version, Link to a page showing some documentation of the replication process or results]

Documentation

Replace this text with a DevTemplate. A DevTemplate is a table linking to the necessary documentation for the product version. It can be created in two ways:

embedded as a Google sheet, see Development_Spreadsheet_Template or

insterted as a Wiki-based table, see Template:Devtemplate.

Product ecology

The product ecology shown below is from the Power Cube page and merely serves as an example. Each product has its own context in the product ecology. Delete this text and modify the internal links in the product ecology table below so that this product ecology section is appropriate for the product/version you are describing.

Product Ecology
**Power Cube**
From	Uses	Creates	Enables
Gasoline Biodiesel Steam Engine Steam Generator Gasifier Burner Pelletizer Components Frame Engine Coupler Metal Hydraulic Tank Gas Tank Hydraulic Pump Hydraulic Hoses	Biofuel Biomass Tractor QA Plate	Power Hydraulic	Tractor CEB Press Bulldozer Microtractor Car Truck Chipper Hammermill Drill Press Multimachine Welder Ironworker Sawmill Induction Furnace CNC Torch Table

Planning

No concrete plan so far (consider using Scrumy or a Critical path.)

Details

Replace this text with more detailed information about the product.

Working principle

Replace this text with a clear description of the product's working principle.

Safety considerations

Replace this text by listing safety considerations.

BOM

Replace this text with a BOM (Bill of Materials). To learn how to make a BOM, see How_to_Make_a_BOM.

CAD

Replace this text with a Part Library. Go to Part_Library_Template to see what a Part Library should look like.

Bugs

No bugs identified yet.

Communications

See the Discussion tab for general communication regarding this product version.

Meeting logs

Replace this text with internal links to OSE wiki pages for meeting logs related to this version of the product.

Active team members

See the meeting log for active team members.

External links

Insert external links here.

README

Record all personal information in a private place you will remember and have easy access to! This is so important! Save yourself the frustration!

Personal

First and Last Name?

Social Security Card?

Mailing Address and Physical Address?

Birth Certificate?

Driver's License?

Passport?

Communication

Comm. Preparation

If there's a lesson to be learned in social communication, it's to never, ever say derisive or derogatory comments at someone or behind their back. Always maintain stable relationships by using appropriate words that give others the benefit of the doubt.

Get an email account. Common example is Gmail.

Get a VoIP account (voice over internet protocol). Common example is Skype.

Get a cellphone and number. Common service providers are AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile

Get a website. Website Setup (Step by Step Guide)

Advisory and Collaboration

Technical Advisory Team

Agriculture Advisory Team

Commerce

Commerce Preparation

Get a bank account.

Get a credit card that can be used online. Common examples are VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.

Optionally get an online financial account. Common example is PayPal.

Get some letter size office paper.

Letter Size 100% Recycled Paper via Amazon

Get a printer with scan and copy functions. (Linux: sudo apt-get install hplip)

HP Photosmart C410A All in One Print-Scan-Copy-Fax

Get a black ink cartridge for the printer.

HP 564XL Black Ink Cartridge - Pack of 2

Get cyan, magenta, and yellow colour ink cartridges too.

HP 564XL Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Ink Cartridges (Separate Cartridge for Each Colour)

Marketing

Marketing - research whether people will want to buy your products

Advertising

Advertising - let people know that your products are commercially available

Sales

Sales - receive money and transaction information from buyers

How to Write Terms and Conditions for Ecommerce Website

UPC Numbers

If selling through major retailers or distributors, get a UPC number (universal product code) or get an exemption if applicable.

Global UPC Corporation with Monopoly (hefty 1000+USD registration with recurring annual payments of around few hundred dollars for a few dozen UPCs): GS1

Resellers of Permanent UPC Numbers from 2002 Class Action Lawsuit vs GS1: NationWideBarCode

Retailers and Distributors

Selling On Amazon

Amazon Seller Training Centre

Product Identification Stickers

These are the white stickers with barcode and numbers on them, sometimes with the name of the product too.

Shipping Labels

These are the white labels with send and return address on them, sometimes with additional shipping information.

Making Labels

Label Source Link

Use Open Source Office Suite Software - Libreoffice Homepage

How to Create and Print Labels using Libreoffice

Shipping

Shipping - ship the products to the buyers

Packaging

Boxes - Cardboard Box via Amazon

Tape - Paper Tape via Amazon

Packing Material - Packing Paper via Amazon

Carriers - shipping organizations. Common examples are USPS, FedEx, and UPS

Accounting

Cash vs Accrual Accounting

Insurance

RocketLawyer - Insurance Info

Organizational

Employees and Independent Contractors

http://www.employeeissues.com/ic_vs_employee.htm

LLC

All About Limited Liability Companies - LLC Info Website (Strongly Recommended)

RocketLawyer - LLC Starting Guide for Each State (Strongly Recommended)

When Should I Register an LLC or S Corp

Should I Form an LLC or Inc?

In the US, some states have government websites with online registration.

Ex. Missouri LLC Online Filing with Gov

Ex. Washington LLC Online Filing with Gov

Ex. Companies that help you through the entire process: Legalzoom, RocketLawyer

Form your LLC - file the LLC's "Articles of Organization"

File for an LLC with your preferred state.

Draft your LLC's "Operating Agreement"

Draft an Operating Agreement, which declares the purpose of the business and the responsibilities of the members. If you live in California, Delaware, Maine, Missouri, or New York, you are required to have one.

When Do You Need an LLC Operating Agreement

Written Operating Agreement - Free Online Drafting Service - RocketLawyer

Get a Tax ID (EIN) for your LLC

You'll need to get a tax ID for a business bank account, payroll, licensing and other purposes.

How to get an EID - RocketLawyer Guide

Get an EIN - irs gov article

Get a DBA (Doing Business As) if you need one

If your business name is different than your registered name, then you need a DBA (short for "doing business as"). You'll also need one if you prefer to receive payments under a name that isn't an exact match of your newly registered name or you plan to operate more than one business under your registered name.

Set Up a Business Bank Account

Your LLC should receive payments in a separate account under its registered name or DBA. You'll need a copy of the LLC documents that were filed with the state or your DBA and your Tax ID when you set up or change the name on your account.

Obtain Business Licenses and Permits

Most cities and counties require business licenses to operate in their area, even if you are running a business out of your home.

Top 10 Contracts for Small Businesses

Top 10 Small Business Contracts - RocketLawyer

Business Contracts from RocketLawyer

Do not start with a non-disclosure agreement - open enterprise it up!

Legally Bulletproofing your LLC

File Governing Documents If you haven't yet, you can avoid being subject to your state's default LLC laws by filing a LLC Operating Agreement. In some states a LLC Operating Agreement is required.

Pay State Fees on Time You don't want to lose the protection of limited liability status, so pay your annual state fees and file any needed annual or biannual reports with your state when due.

Keep Finances Separate Combining business and personal finances can lead to a loss of limited liability protection, so set up separate checking and credit card accounts for your LLC.