design strategies

Question 1

what is an example of a product developed using iterative design?

Answer 1

dyson vacuum cleaners

Question 2

what is iterative design?

Answer 2

a cyclic approach to design where each iteration of a product is evaluated and tested, which leads to further iterations and eventually a fully refined product

Question 3

name two disadvantages of iterative design

Answer 3

1. you could get too focussed on the current iteration that you lose sight of the final product as a whole
2. can be time and material consuming to produce lots of iterations and prototypes

Question 4

name 3 advantages of iterative design

Answer 4

1. it’s likely that problems will be ironed out earlier in the design process
2. user feedback is constantly being gained
3. evidence of design progress can be show to stakeholders or investors

Question 5

what is user-centred design?

Answer 5

where the needs and wants of the target audience are considered at every stage of the design process

Question 6

name two advantages of user-centred design

Answer 6

1. the user has a greater sense of ownership on the final product
2. the product is more likely to meet the user’s expectations and needs

Question 7

name two disadvantages of user-centred design

Answer 7

1. requires extra time to meet with and gain feedback from consumers and adjust the design
2. may become too focussed on a specific user so may not be suited to the target audience as a whole