FabriComm Product Roadmap

Based on Brainshop Analysis and Strategic Phasing

Phase 1: Retail Market Foundation (Q1-Q2 2025)

🎯 Desired Experience

What should people using the product or service be able to do and feel?

For Retailers:

Experience seamless, invisible inventory tracking without disrupting customer shopping experience
Feel confident in real-time inventory accuracy and theft prevention
Operate with significantly reduced labor costs for inventory management
Trust in a solution that cannot be detected, removed, or tampered with by customers

For End Consumers:

Shop without experiencing any detectable security measures
Enjoy faster checkout processes through automated inventory recognition
Feel no tactile difference in textile products

⚙️ Must-Have Capabilities

What capabilities must absolutely be in place to enable the desired experience?

Invisible Integration Technology
- Water-based ink printing system that embeds RFID/NFC completely within textile fibers
- Zero tactile detection capability for consumer touch
- Durability through multiple wash cycles
Manufacturing Integration
- Seamless integration with existing label production infrastructure
- Direct mesh printing process for cotton fabrics
- Quality control systems ensuring consistent electronic performance
System Integration
- Real-time connectivity to existing retailer inventory management systems
- Data analytics dashboard for theft patterns and inventory optimization
- Mobile app for staff inventory scanning and monitoring
Scalable Production
- Partnership agreements with Eastern factory locations
- Standardized manufacturing processes for consistent quality
- Volume-based pricing model supporting monthly licensing structure

🔧 User Experience Improvements

What should you build or improve?

Priority 1 (MVP Completion):

Complete integration with 2-3 major retail partners for pilot testing
Develop intuitive staff mobile interface for inventory scanning
Create customer-facing documentation proving safety and privacy compliance

Priority 2 (Market Validation):

Build comprehensive analytics dashboard showing ROI metrics
Develop training materials for retail staff onboarding
Create standardized installation and integration processes

Priority 3 (Scale Preparation):

Multi-language support for international retail partners
Advanced reporting features for loss prevention analysis
Integration APIs for third-party inventory management systems

📈 Performance Improvements

What should you build or improve?

Technical Performance:

Optimize printing process for 99.9% tag functionality reliability
Reduce manufacturing integration time from weeks to days
Achieve reading accuracy of 99.5% at standard retail distances

Operational Performance:

Establish manufacturing capacity for 1M+ tags per month
Reduce cost per tag by 30% through volume partnerships
Achieve 24-hour customer support response times

Business Performance:

Target 15-20% reduction in retail shrinkage for pilot partners
Achieve 40% reduction in inventory counting labor costs
Establish baseline ROI metrics for scaling conversations

Phase 2: Technology Scaling & B2B Expansion (Q3-Q4 2025)

🧪 Growth Experiments

What should you build or improve?

B2B Partnership Experiments:

Pilot licensing program with Avery Dennison for technology integration
Test direct integration with major inventory management software providers
Explore private label opportunities with established tag manufacturers

Market Expansion Experiments:

Limited trial in luxury fashion segment with premium pricing
Test seasonal retail applications (holiday inventory tracking)
Pilot program with e-commerce fulfillment centers

Technology Extension Experiments:

Prototype authentication features for luxury goods
Test integration with smart store technologies (Amazon Go-style)
Explore supply chain tracking from factory to retail floor

💼 Work Stream: B2B Platform Development

What should you build or improve?

Partner Integration Platform:

Develop comprehensive SDK for technology integration partners
Create white-label solution for established manufacturers
Build partner portal for licensing management and technical support

Intellectual Property Strategy:

File additional patents for aviation-specific applications
Develop defensive patent portfolio for ink formulation technology
Create licensing framework for different industry applications

Phase 3: Aviation Market Entry (2026+)

🎯 Desired Experience - Aviation Focus

What should aviation workers be able to do and feel?

Securely attach electronic devices to work uniforms without concern for loss or damage
Experience reliable device connectivity throughout flight operations
Trust in technology that meets aviation safety and security requirements
Operate with devices that remain securely attached during all work activities

⚙️ Must-Have Capabilities - Aviation

What capabilities must absolutely be in place for aviation applications?

Aviation-Specific Integration
- Electronic gripping technology adapted for aviation work uniforms
- Compliance with aviation industry safety and security standards
- Integration with existing airline technology systems
Durability & Reliability
- Performance under aviation environmental conditions
- Resistance to electromagnetic interference
- Compliance with aviation authority regulations

🔧 Growth Experiments - Aviation

Aviation Market Validation:

Pilot program with 1-2 major airlines for work uniform integration
Test electronic device attachment in various aviation work environments
Validate compliance with international aviation safety standards

Strategic Recommendations Summary

Immediate Actions (Next 30 Days)

Focus funding discussions on retail market opportunity first
Complete retailer pilot program design with 3-5 partners
Develop clear ROI messaging for each target segment

Short-term Goals (90 Days)

Launch retail pilot programs with measurable KPIs
Establish manufacturing partnerships in Eastern locations
File additional patent applications for future aviation applications

Medium-term Objectives (6 Months)

Demonstrate retail market traction and ROI
Develop B2B partner integration toolkit
Begin aviation market research while scaling retail success

Success Metrics by Phase

Phase 1: 3 retail partners, 15% shrinkage reduction, MVP completion
Phase 2: 2 B2B licensing deals, 1M+ tag manufacturing capacity
Phase 3: Aviation pilot program launch, regulatory compliance achieved

This roadmap prioritizes retail market validation first, leveraging the strong technology foundation while avoiding the risk of spreading resources across multiple markets too early. The phased approach allows for proven success in retail before expanding to the more complex aviation market opportunity.