Blueprint Example - Robot Vacuum
Blueprint Example - Robot Vacuum
Blueprint Example - Robot Vacuum
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Table of Contents
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .............................................................................................................. 1
4.2 Sales Forecast, Market Share & Size & Purchase Forecast ........................................... 10
The new robot vacuum cleaner on the market, the EZ Glide Robot, is an inventive
improvement. It has an intelligent assistant that can complete chores within seconds or
minutes of receiving the order. It is an excellent product for people and families that are
extremely busy at work, making it ideal for those who don't have enough time to clean their
homes. This product's design features a wide range of colours, three suction levels, a
higher wattage battery, the ability to climb higher surfaces, and ease of use. As a result,
utilizing this solution to clean will save time for individuals who are busy.
One of the features of this device is that users can only use the apps on their phone
to control the EZ Glide robot. By including a map of the house in the apps, users can set up
the cleaning plan and ensure that it proceeds without incident. This project's objectives
include an analysis of the company and a discussion of the purpose, significance, and
advantages of the product. Prior to the product's introduction, a written survey is
undertaken to gather further data and consumer comments for product improvement.
Additionally, by dividing the market into various sectors, marketing mix methods are
applied; the target customers are working individuals and families that have little time to
complete a variety of everyday tasks. This part highlights the product's appearance,
dimensions, and cost, and it will be advertised in print and online publications. Shopping
centres and online storefronts like Shopee, Lazada, and other online platforms all use
product placement. Finally, a market study is carried out to acquire more information
regarding the use and effectiveness of the product.
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For optimal functionality, smart robotic vacuum cleaners can be controlled via an
app and cleaning cycles can be scheduled in advance. The robots can be switched on and
off for routine cleaning via the app, as well as manually directed to a specific area,
effectively turning the smartphone into a remote control.
The robots scan their surroundings with laser technology to create a virtual map.
This allows them to independently identify their location within the apartment and plan the
most efficient cleaning route. Even when they're not at home, the cleaning route can be
adjusted and tracked via the app. The app also allows for the creation of cleaning plans, as
well as the selection of a specific cleaning mode.
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ENTERPRISE
The EZ Glide Robot is designed for Malaysians who have a busy working life. This
product is recommended for people who want to settle down the house chores in less time.
When set up properly, the flexible connection of the robot to devices allows it to operate
and assist in a variety of ways.
i. App Control
Using the app, you can personalise the cleaning task. A robotic vacuum can
detect boundaries well. With sensors and a protective buffer, it can not only
protect itself but also avoid causing damage to the furniture. Once set up, the
robotic vacuum can do almost all of the cleaning for you, freeing up your hands
and giving you more time to do other, more interesting things.
Any dust, spots, or other dirty marks in your home can be harmful to your health,
but a robotic vacuum can clean your house completely and with high efficiency
and quality, reducing your exposure to an unhealthy environment. These robot
cleaners are also ideal for pet owners because they can effectively pick up pet
hair and dander, assisting in keeping the home clean and allergen-free.
Furthermore, if you have joint or mobility problems, using a robot will undoubtedly
benefit your health. Most robot vacuums have a low profile, which allows them to
clean under furniture and in small spaces. This helps to ensure that your entire
home is thoroughly cleaned.
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The EZ Glide Robot is designed for Malaysians who have a busy working life. This
product is recommended for people who want to settle down the house chores in less time.
When set up properly, the flexible connection of the robot to devices allows it to operate and
assist in a variety of ways.
This product has a number of distinguishing features, the most notable of which are
built-in sensors, cameras, and lasers that can generate a real-time map and plan a route for
more efficient and thorough cleaning. This device is an excellent addition to any home
appliance. The installation is simple. Simply install the app and begin scheduling cleaning
cycles. With the proper settings, it is ready to use. Our product has the following
characteristics:
i. Powerful cleaning controls.
ii. Easy-to-use and smartphone compatible.
iii. Internet connectivity and floor mapping.
iv. Quick and efficient.
v. Less noise.
vi. Able to sense the changes in the surface underneath and adjust accordingly.
vii. Good at detecting boundaries.
viii. Easy to store and easy to carry.
ix. Circular disk-shaped little robot.
x. Self-charging.
xi. Economical and cost-efficient.
xii. Larger dustbin.
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i. Idea generation
Brainstorming session with the production team, listing all physical characteristics of a
product idea and asking pertinent questions to determine its viability. Following that,
identify market evolution in order to capitalize on anticipated consumer needs.
Following that, create a list of existing consumer problems, pain points, and needs to
serve as the foundation for new product development ideas. Identifying which product
benefits and features consumers want or would be happy to have, as well as identifying
deficiencies in existing products and providing the market with improved or entirely new
solutions.
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iii. Costing
Following the completion of research, planning, prototyping, and sourcing, the stage of
determining how much your final product will cost will take its place. This stage should
include all raw materials, factory, manufacturing, and shipping costs to ensure that the
final product pricing is reasonable and profitable.
iv. Launching
Before the product launches, decide which platform will be used to reach the target
audience and develop a sales strategy with the marketing team. When on a marketing
budget, there are a number of tactics to consider, such as enabling Instagram
Shopping, sending product launch emails to a subscriber list, and collaborating with
influencers on an affiliate marketing campaign. Ensure that everything is in place to
ensure a successful launch, including customer support, sales, marketing, and product
teams. Continue to monitor the performance of the product so that changes can be
made when needed.
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3.0 TECHNOLOGY
The wheel, sweeper, electrical, and control systems of the vacuum cleaner all work
together to provide efficient cleaning. When designing these systems, aesthetic appearance,
overall weight, and electrical connectivity were all taken into account. The sweeper motor,
axial wheels, and servo-controlled motor are all depicted in the following description.
In the figure below, the robot's conceptual design included an asymmetrical wheel
system, because in order to properly distribute the load on the wheels system, we
considered the robot's approximate weight. In practice, since the front wheel is intended for
navigation, a good design places the load on the axial wheel rather than the front wheel.
Only parallel motion is permitted by two axial wheels powered by DC motors, which generate
the torque required to move the cleaner. The servo-controlled motor, which regulates the
velocity and position of a motor using a feedback signal. The speed loop is the most
fundamental servo loop. This generates a torque command to reduce the error between the
speed command and the speed feedback. The servo-controlled single front wheel in our
robot navigates the robot by actively and quickly switching wheel direction.
The robot is outfitted with two rotating sweeper motors, each with two brushes that
spin the dirt into the vacuum radius. One of the difficulties with a disc shape design is that
the brushes tend to overlap and eventually tangle. However, in the current design, the
sweeper motor is positioned halfway between the wheels, preventing the brushes from
overlapping just like in the figure 3.2. A careful examination of the sweeper system layout
reveals that the robot sweeps an area larger than itself, as indicated by the effective cleaning
area.
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The robot is designed to be fast and efficient. The robot begins by turning a simple
switch. It begins sweeping and mopping the floor at the same time. It cleans the entire room
by following a predetermined path that begins at one end of the room and ends at the other.
It can also be controlled by a mobile phone via Bluetooth connection to the robot. Our
device's navigation system is systematically plotted into a simple routine to avoid obstacles
detected by the Laser Lidar Sensor, LD. On the top of its body in the figure 3.3, there is LDS,
its bumpers at the back, and an infrared sensor to detect and avoid obstacles in its path
Lidar sensors, which provide a high-resolution 3D view of their surroundings, are an
important component in robot vacuum. Lidar allows a robot vacuum to "observe" by
generating and measuring millions of data points in real time, resulting in a precise map of its
constantly changing surroundings for safe navigation. If the robot encounters an obstacle, it
alters its path. When the robot reaches the opposite end of the room, it changes direction
and follows the path perpendicular to the previous path.
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The electrical system is designed to be compact, and most components are mounted
on the suction motor. This isolates the system from the body and thus prevents damage due
to vibration in case the robot impacts a solid surface. In addition, the compact electrical
system helps to balance the load to prevent wobbling. A rechargeable lithium-ion polymer
battery (figure 3.4) is used because of its light weigh, high electrochemical potential, and
good energy density which is twice that of the standard nickel-cadmium. The main reason
we use this type of battery is that it has a high capacity and thus can hold more power.
Unlike Li-Ion batteries, it is not prone to explosion. It does not lose charging capacity as
quickly as a Li-Ion battery does. As a result, its life span is greater than that of a Li-Ion
battery.
4.1 Customers
A robotic vacuum cleaner is a great purchase for anyone who wants to make their life
a little easier. This robotic vacuum cleaner can appeal to a wide range of people. But
before we make any decision on which markets to aim at, we try to understand the needs of
the target market. The characteristics of the audience that may need this robot vacuum
cleaner are the one who needs to vacuum more frequently than others and also the one who
cannot or does not want to use a manual vacuum cleaner. After all, we consider that our
product has the potential to be remarkable for people who are busy families with small
children, pet owners, elderly or people with disabilities, working professionals and also
officers.
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Based on the customers that are listed, we assure that our robot vacuum cleaner can
be so functional for them. This can be provided since our product can be set to run on a
schedule so that users don’t have to worry about it. Other than that, our product also can
automatically adjust different types of surfaces and self-charging. Hence, our users should
not be worried about the robot vacuum cleaner since it can work all the time by itself.
Furthermore, this robot vacuum cleaner has three modes of suction, thus it can clean the dirt
on the floor depending on what it needs. Here, we can say that robotic vacuum cleaners can
ease the effort of our users so that they can clean their houses by themselves and not rely
on an external person or service. For the time being, our product is selling online and also at
the store. So, our customers can purchase it online or by walking into the store.
Sales
Month (RM)
January 31,176
February 31,176
March 74,023
April 127,302
May 127,302
June 74,023
July 127,302
August 74,023
September 31,176
October 74,023
November 74,023
December 127,302
Total sales Year 1 972,951
Total sales Year 2 1,167,541.20
Total sales Year 3 1,401,049.44
A complete cash flow forecast is necessary in advance of the launch of our product, EZ
Glide Vacuum Cleaner. Our market share will increase by 1% per year, according to our
analysis of and comparison with competitors. Table below shows the comparison of sales
and share between competitors and our company.
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TOTAL 89,500
Sales
Month (RM)
January 12,000
February 12,000
March 12,000
April 49,000
May 28,500
June 28,500
July 49,000
August 28,500
September 12,000
October 49,000
November 12,000
December 49,000
Total sales Year 1 341,500
Total sales Year 2 375,650
Total sales Year 3 413,215
The biggest factor that contributes to the increasing market growth of EZ Glide Robot
Vacuum Cleaner is that some users are usually open to try new technologies, especially
user-friendly and high-quality products, which can be found in our product. Users are also
willing to overlook slight differences in price, if it means they could get much better-quality
products. This is when the crucial part of marketing takes over, new users will look for
reviews from existing users, which will then catalyst market growth. Moreover, market
growth of EZ Glide Robot Vacuum is expected to increase, as the average worker salary is
expected to increase too.
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4.7 shows each and every product’s performance, strength and weakness. Our product, EZ
Glide however, is very unique from the competitors because our main concern is user’s
usability. This is shown from our main objective of our product; building a very practical
product.
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Xpert.Clean Enterprise
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ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONAL
FINANCIAL MANAGER RKETING MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGER MANAGER
MANAGER
xxxx
xxxx
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Name of Partners
Age 45-Year-Old
Address
Experiences Management.
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FINANCE MANAGER
Name of Partners
Address
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Name of Partners
Address
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MARKERTING MANAGER
Name of Partners
.
Address
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OPERATION MANAGER
Name of Partners
.
Address
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ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER
Name of Partners
.
Address
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Financial Manager
(Nor xxxx ) RM 2, 800.00 14% RM 30, 000
Administrative Manager
(N xxxxx
Binti Mohammad) RM 2, 800.00 10% RM 25, 000
Marketing Manager
(Nurul xxx Binti
Asmadi) RM 2, 800.00 10% RM 25, 000
Human Resource
Manager (Nurul
xxx BintiRamli) RM 2, 800.00 9% RM 20, 000
Operational Manager
(Siti xxxx Binti
Mohd Ali) RM 2, 800.00 7% RM 18, 000
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EPF
Monthly SOCSO Amount
Position No Contribution
Salary (1.75%) (RM)
(12%)
(RM) (RM)
(RM)
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Vehicle
No Item Price (RM) Quantity Amount (RM)
1 Company car 51,200 1 51,200
2 Company lorry 79,888 2 159,776
TOTAL 210,976
Table 6.3: List of Vehicle
Total 257,448
Table 6.5: Capital Expenditure
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Utilities 200
Total 120,640
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Sales Projections RM
January 2020 31,176
February 2020 31,176
March 2020 74,043
April 2020 127,302
May 2020 127,302
June 2020 74,043
July 2020 127,302
August 2020 74,043
September 2020 31,176
October 2020 74,043
November 2020 74,043
December 2020 127,302
Total 2020 972,951
Total 2021 1,167,541
Total 2022 1,401,049
Table 6.16: Sales Projection
Purchase Projections RM
January 2020 12,000
February 2020 12,000
March 2020 12,000
April 2020 28,500
May 2020 49,000
June 2020 28,500
July 2020 49,000
August 2020 28,500
September 2020 12,000
October 2020 12,000
November 2020 12,000
December 2020 28,500
Total 2020 284,000
Total 2021 340,800
Total 2022 408,960
Table 6.17: Purchase Projection
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Less: Expenditure
Pre-Operating & Incorporation
63,150
Expenditure
General & Administrative Expenditure 188,040 197,442 207,314
Sales & Marketing Expenditure 14,400 15,120 15,876
Operations & Technical Expenditure 246,240 258,552 271,480
Other Expenditure 4,000 4,200 4,410
Interest on Hire-Purchase 7,989 7,989 7,989
Interest on Loan 2,224 2,047 1,861
Depreciation of Fixed Assets 51,490 51,490 51,490
Total Expenditure 577,532 536,839 560,419
Net Income Before Tax 104,219 282,342 423,732
Tax 27,097 73,409 110,170
Net Income After Tax 77,122 208,933 313,562
Accumulated Net Income 77,122 286,055 599,617
Note 1
Cost of Sales
Opening inventory 0
Add: Total Purchases 284,000 340,800 408,960
Carriage Inwards & Duty 7,200 7,560 7,938
Less: Ending Inventory
291,200 348,360 416,898
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Other Assets
3,500 3,500 3,500
Deposit
Inventory
Account receivable
Cash balance 228,965 453,720 782,918
228,965 453,720 782,918
TOTAL ASSETS 438,424 611,689 889,397
Owners’ Equity
Capital 192,544 192,544 192,544
Long-term Liabilities
Loan balance 40,936 37,224 33,326
Hire Purchase Balance 127,821 95,866 63,910
Current Liabilities
Account Payable
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 438,424 611,689 889,397
Table 6.20: Balance Sheet
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A milestone schedule is a specific point in a project's life cycle that is used to track
progress toward the end goal. It will be organized by week and month, with clear deadlines.
They can be viewed as checkpoints that indicate when an activity is complete or when a new
phase begins. Below is the schedule for our product development with datelines in days.
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Our project is generally divided into phases such as project approval, funding, testing, and so
on. We use milestones at the start and end dates of each phase to clearly distinguish between
these phases. These milestones will ensure that all EZ Glide development and manufacturing
processes are smooth
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8.0 CONCLUSIONS
In a nutshell, this product will provide numerous benefits to the user or customer,
particularly those interested in trendy technology. As we all know, the technological era is
broadening with various modern innovations. As a result, we took the initiative to introduce the
most recent technology to users in a straightforward manner via robot vacuum. The developed
robot is fully operational and navigates according to logic. It is used to achieve more efficient
cleaning of dry dust particles. Since the robot is a wireless device, it can navigate over a large
area. It also reduces human interaction, which reduces human work, particularly for
housewives. The robot can be upgraded with additional functionalities such as sensing and
detecting dust, moving in the direction of dust for better cleaning, self-charging, self-dust
disposal, and scheduling cleaning timing. By appointing experts from various backgrounds, all
considerations have been taken into account to ensure that this product is successfully
marketed. With our EZ Glide, we anticipate a lively response from loyal customers, as well as
constructive feedback. Their responses can provide us with information that will help us
develop better technology in the future. Finally, this product can provide us with some exposure
as we begin and grow our business.
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9.0 APPENDICES
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