# Getting Started

To get started with understanding how VU can help power your Brand's custom program, we'd like to better understand your products and custom offering for each. The below items and steps will help our team tailor a solution to stand up your Brand's custom program: 

* Product Matrix
* Product Samples and Product Photography

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### Create a Product Matrix

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The Product Matrix is a structured document that captures:

* Products Offered&#x20;
* Custom selections for each product
* Personalization offered for each product&#x20;
* Zones/Locations where decoration/personalization is offered
* Business rules and constraints

Learn [more](https://vu-custom.gitbook.io/vu-custom/getting-started/product-matrix) and start filling in your brands product matrix today!
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### Prepare And Send Product Assets

Depending on whether you chose 2D or 3D visualization, you'll need to provide different types of assets:

<img src="https://3295576361-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FP4xZUKOSmKW52VquplA7%2Fuploads%2FYZnoy32dfNd2D8CnN2sD%2FIP_15_PRO_SAGEGREEN_BACK_b6aeb218-05ca-435b-8eb7-0b76e9197470.webp?alt=media&#x26;token=f4ea42cd-d146-4ef0-831f-a827a7201058" alt="" data-size="original">

**For 2D Visualization:**

* Flat product photography of all variants
* Photos that meet our standard specifications
* Consistent angles and lighting across all shots

<img src="https://3295576361-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FP4xZUKOSmKW52VquplA7%2Fuploads%2Foctzj1WwTm9ZgSzfVrvM%2Fu2841962649_create_a_3D_CAD_rendering_of_a_football_helmet_wi_469e9b55-93b3-4f67-a962-03a8fa582db0_1.png?alt=media&#x26;token=c63f665c-fee8-4932-a300-7f6b082d8213" alt="" data-size="original">

**For 3D Visualization:**

* CAD files of your products
* Physical product samples
* Material and color specifications

To learn more about which visualization method suits your brand, view our [Product Visualization Guide](https://vu-custom.gitbook.io/vu-custom/getting-started/product-visualization)
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### Tech Stack

A customizer is typically a singular piece in an overall E-commerce journey. We'd like to understand what other platforms are involved in your brands tech stack and the flow of orders from created to fulfillment. Key parties include

* E-Commerce Platform
* ERPs
* WMS
* 3PL
* OMS
* Artwork Delivery Method
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### Prospect Profile

To have a deeper understanding of your technical and commercial requirements, please locate the **"Prospect Profile Q/A"** tab (the second sheet) in the Product Matrix linked below and complete the profile.

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This document captures essential project specifications, including:

* **Platform & Order Flow** details
* **Product Logic & Pricing** information
* **Visuals & UX** preferences
* **Production & Output** requirements.
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### Receive your proposal

Once you've provided these materials, our team will:

* Review your requirements
* Create a customized solution proposal
* Prepare a detailed Statement of Work
* Schedule a presentation

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### Ready to Begin ?

Visit the guide below to start organizing your products and their customization options in our Product Customization List template.