Step 1 — Align and define
We confirm goals, constraints, and the MVP boundary. You’ll know what’s in, what’s out, and what “launch-ready” means.
Built for Australian founders planning a $50k+ MVP.
Turn your idea into a buildable plan — in 4 weeks.
The MVP Pilot Program is a fixed-scope engagement for Australian founders who want investor-grade clarity before committing $50k+ to build. You’ll leave with validated direction, detailed requirements, a prototype you can test, and a delivery plan with estimates.
What it is
A fixed-scope program that removes guesswork before you build.
Most budget gets wasted before code is written. The Pilot Program gives you clarity on what to build first, what to defer, what to integrate, and how to ship without rework. It’s designed to turn a rough concept into a plan your engineers can execute and your investors can trust.
Who this is for
This Program is a strong fit when you’re serious about launching and want decisions locked before you spend heavily on delivery.
- You’re an Australian founder building a new MVP or resetting a product direction
- Your expected build budget is $50k+
- You want to launch within the next 6 months
- You need a prototype and requirements you can test with users or investors
- You want a delivery plan that’s realistic on scope, time, and cost
Who it’s not for
It's not a fit if:
- You’re “just exploring” and not ready to commit to a defined MVP direction
- You’re trying to build a full product for $10k
- You want a months-long research programme instead of a fast sprint to clarity
Deliverables you can build from — and pitch with confidence.
At the end of the Pilot Program, you receive:
Persona definition and problem statement
Clear target user, pain points, and what success looks like so the MVP solves a real problem.
Customer and competitor research (targeted, lean)
A practical view of alternatives and differentiation, focused on decisions that impact scope and positioning.
Lean Canvas (startup-ready)
A concise business model snapshot to align stakeholders and support investor conversations.
Detailed MVP requirements
Requirements written to reduce ambiguity, backed by user journeys and acceptance criteria where needed.
Figma prototype for 3 key user journeys
A clickable prototype you can demo to investors or test with users before build.
Future roadmap (high-level)
What comes after MVP, framed as sequencing rather than wishlists.
Preliminary risk analysis
The early risks that blow budgets: scope, compliance, integrations, and delivery constraints.
Architecture and delivery plan with estimates
Recommended approach, build vs integrate calls, backlog direction, and budget/timeline bands.
How It Works
Simple process. Fast clarity.
Step 2 — Design and validate
We prototype the three key journeys, pressure-test flows, and enable you to validate assumptions with targeted research and feedback.
Step 3 — Package for build
We finalise requirements, risk flags, architecture direction, and delivery sequencing with realistic budget and timeline ranges.
Timeline and pricing
Timeline: 2–4 weeks.
Most Pilot Programs run in 2–4 weeks depending on complexity and stakeholder availability. The pace stays high, with structured working sessions and clear checkpoints.
Price band: AUD $10,000 - $20,000
The Pilot Program is fixed scope and fixed timeline, priced as a package. If your product needs deeper compliance analysis, complex integrations, or more prototype journeys, we’ll scope an expanded sprint option.
After the sprint: build with confidence — or take the assets elsewhere.
You can use the sprint outputs to proceed into delivery with NYD Systems, or take the artefacts to your existing delivery partner. If you build with us, the Pilot Program becomes the foundation for a clean build plan and milestone delivery.
Pilot Program Enquiry
Tell us what you’re building and we’ll respond with the best-fit Discovery Sprint option, timeline, and price band.
Most MVP spend gets wasted before code is written.
Founders lose money through vague scope, rushed technical decisions, and building what should have been integrated. The Readiness Review gives you a clear next step and removes the guesswork before you commit serious budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free?
Yes. It’s designed to help founders avoid wasted spend and decide the next step before committing $50k+
Will you pitch me?
Yes, if you’re a fit. The recommendation is direct and practical. If a paid Scope & Architecture Sprint makes sense, we’ll tell you why and what you’d get. If it doesn’t, we’ll say that too.
What if I’m not ready?
You’ll still leave with clarity. You’ll get a scorecard and a recommended next step, even if that step is “validate more” or “wait”.
Do you only work with Australian companies?
Yes. This review is built for Australian founders and local conditions.
Do I need detailed requirements before the call?
No. A rough concept, target user, and a sense of what you’re trying to achieve is enough.
What happens after the review?
You’ll have a clear recommendation. If you’re ready, the usual next step is a paid MVP Scope & Architecture Sprint to lock scope, backlog, estimates, and delivery plan.
Prefer to do some reading first?
Download our MVP Playbook for Australian Founders. It's free, and provides you with a fundamental framework to get your product out to market.