The Helix Mattress is both a physical product and a system of personalizing a mattress for an individual. Up until 2018, each of our mattresses were manufactured based on an individual's height, weight, body type, sleep posture, firmness preference, and a number of other quantitative and qualitative inputs. Couples with different preferences can split their mattress down the middle to create a left and right side with different materials.
Quantitative methods, such as force deflective curve mapping, were used to determine the correct foam and spring properties based on an individual's shape and size. Qualitative methods, such as interviews, product tests, and focus groups, were used to understand subjective aspects of comfort.
in 2018, we revamped the product line to include a standard and “luxe” model, and to make it easier for our customers to understand how the materials in the bed fit their needs and preferences.
Role: Senior Product Engineering Manager, Manufacturing, Operations Support