"Starting with Freeports makes sense. It keeps things accessible without tying us to one group too tightly. OSI is a solid option for distribution, but relying solely on them limits our reach. Independent Zoner shippers could be useful, but piracy is a real concern. If these kits are valuable, they’ll be targeted."
Jill took a slow sip of her wine, letting the thoughts turn over in her mind. The logistical challenges were piling up, but that didn’t make the idea any less worth pursuing. The key was to start small—test the waters before committing too many resources.
"Before we worry about full-scale production and distribution, let’s take a step back. We need to see if a portable kit like this is even feasible. A small project team—say, a handful of researchers and field medics—can prototype different designs. Test what works, what’s essential, and what can be compacted without losing effectiveness. Once we have a working model, then we figure out how to get it out there."
She glanced at Doc’s glass and, almost absently, reached for the bottle, refilling it before leaning back again.
"This way, we don’t sink resources into something that might not be viable. Plus, if we have a few working prototypes, we can run field tests—get real feedback from the people who’d actually use them. If it proves itself in the field, it’ll be easier to justify scaling up production and finding the right partners."
She studied Doc carefully, watching for his reaction.
"What do you think? Start with a focused research team, work out the kinks first, and then build up from there?"
