1.3.1 Product service design (1/2) - Design mix Flashcards
Product/service design
The process of creating a new product/service
Design mix
features that need to be considered when designing a product/service
What are the 3 features that need to be considered in the design mix
-Function
-Cost
-Aesthetic
When designing , all products must have a balance of functions, costs and aesthetics T/F?
Why
True
Because amending one of these features can have a detrimental impact on the other two.
E.g Improving the aesthetics can increase the costs
What is meant by function
It means that a product/service must be fit for purpose - it must be capable of doing the job that it is sold to
3 functions that a business should consider when designing a product
-Easy and reliable
- products should be ergonomically designed
- ensure products are safe
ergonomically designed
When products are designed so that people can interact with them safely and without using unnecessary effort.
e.g footrest , adjustable chair height
what is meant by aesthetics in relation to product design
Refers to appearance and design of the product
making the product more desirable.
What type of features should designers consider when it comes to aesthetics.
size, appearance , shape , smell , taste , presentation of service
This all impacts the choices made by consumers
What is meant by costs in relation to product design
Refers to production costs of a product. Specifically the costs per unit.
How does minimising costs of production give a business a competitive edge
Low-costs of production allows businesses to sell its product/service with a lower price
attracts more customers as a result
Because some businesses may want to implement a low costs of production - what does this mean for product designers
Designers will have to select materials and processes that minimise the cost
Selecting materials and processes that minimise cost can effect what
Quality - as you may not be using the best materials and process available
Impact of poor quality on customers
Customers can be deterred from purchasing your product
