Entry-Level 3D Implementation

For any small company thinking of implementing 3D, this is what I like to call “Entry-Level 3D”. It's not some mystical world and you don't have to have magic powers. Here’s most of what it takes and what it will get you. Trust me, after 18 months, it pays for itself and more. It’s not scary, but it does require leadership support and a team effort.

INPUT:
-       1 Gaming computer with lots of memory & power, keyboard, mouse & monitor: ~$4200
-       1 3D License: ~ $2000-12,000
-       3D Software Training: ~ $1500
-       Fabric Digitizing: $0 to $500

OUTPUT:
-       Basic style variations & pttn corrections: Sleeve/Body lengths, pockets, seam placement, necklines =      REDUCTION IN $AMPLE$
-       Print & Graphics placement & sizing = REDUCTION IN TIME & $AMPLE$
-       Yield confirmation/Mini-Marker Creation = REDUCTION IN PRODUCTION I$$UE$
-      Colorways = REDUCTION IN TIME & $AMPLE$

How have you made small advances in your DPC process? How was your return-on-investment?