The NPI Sherpa Pre‑Ascent Protocol — A 4‑Part Masterclass

Episode 4 — Descending Under Gravity: When “Go” Becomes Irreversible

At some point in every hardware program, momentum takes over — and momentum is dangerous when it replaces verification.

Episode 4 of The NPI Sherpa Pre‑Ascent Protocol is the final episode of this four‑part masterclass and brings the entire framework to its most critical moment: the decision to scale. This episode aligns directly with Sections G & H of the Global NPI Solvers NPI Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Evaluation Protocol, which focus on Logistics & Shipping and the Final Executive Gate Decision.

Using the expedition metaphor that anchors the series, host Sarah and Rob Carl, Founder & CEO of Global NPI Solvers, examine what happens after the factory is ready and  ...