Is the 60-day buffer myth silently draining your hardware startup? Overstocking can cost startups 15-25% more annually, tying up capital and stunting growth in fast-paced industries like climate tech, robotics, and EV. Discover why traditional inventory models fail, how on-demand manufacturing and adaptive strategies can save your bottom line, and how wefab.ai’s manufacturing services can help you achieve lean, agile operations.

Vishal Patil
June 12, 2025
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The 60-Day Buffer Myth: Why Standard Inventory Models Fail Hardware Startups
Is the 60-day buffer myth silently draining your hardware startup? Overstocking can cost startups 15-25% more annually, tying up capital and stunting growth in fast-paced industries like climate tech, robotics, and EV. Discover why traditional inventory models fail, how on-demand manufacturing and adaptive strategies can save your bottom line, and how wefab.ai’s manufacturing services can help you achieve lean, agile operations.
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