Episode
Product Development: Guest Spotlight w/ Allan Reiss | EP 9
- Podcast
- Lights At Full
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- Apr 28, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3270
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Summary
The podcast episode features a conversation with Alan Reiss, the Senior Product Development Manager of Chauvet DJ. The discussion covers Alan's journey into lighting, the product development process, user feedback, and the quality control process at Chauvet DJ. The conversation delves into the product development process, quality control, and testing, highlighting the meticulous steps involved in ensuring product quality. It also explores the significance of IP ratings and the associated costs, as well as the differences between product development for the DJ and professional lines. The discussion further emphasizes the importance of certifications and safety standards in fixtures, and concludes with insights into the future of fixture technology. Takeaways Product development process User feedback and involvement Product Development Process Quality Control and Testing Certifications and Safety Standards Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Boston Accent 05:12 Idea Generation and Evaluation 11:05 Competitive Landscape and Specifications 17:36 First Fixture Developed at Chauvet 24:47 User Influence on Product Development 31:23 Quality Control Process 01:01:37 Future of Fixture Technology Join the Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/833346720417012 https://www.facebook.com/groups/587188560199950