Digi-Key Launches Microsite for Startups
Startup survival guide, roadmap, and dashboard support


In order for a newly established startup to create a prototype, mass produce it, and provide after-sales support, it must select appropriate components through a distribution channel that has a variety of electronic components.

Digi-Key Electronics announced today that it has launched a microsite for startups . The new site will provide a Startup Survival Guide, a Startup Roadmap, and a Roadmap Dashboard by processing the resources, tools, and technologies Digi-Key has accumulated over the years.

The Startup Survival Guide is the second edition published by Digi-Key in partnership with Startups Magazine, available for download as a PDF. The Startup Roadmap guides you through the 10-step startup success process from planning, research, evaluation, design, prototyping, fundraising, marketing, production, distribution, and support. Also supported is an introductory video by Adafruit owner Limor Freid.

The Roadmap Dashboard is an interactive tool with an innovative tracking system that helps startups complete their 10-step journey. It also provides a variety of tools for startups, including a reference design library, EDA tools and resources, conversion calculators, PCB builders, 'DK Red', 'Digi-Key's Marketplace', and more.