HSC Flashcards
What are some environmental trends affecting design and production?
Sustainability: Focus on renewable energy, reducing waste, recycling.
Climate Change Mitigation: Reducing carbon footprints, adopting carbon-neutral policies, reforestation.
How do environmental trends influence design and production?
Sustainability: Promotes eco-friendly designs and sustainable production methods.
Climate Change Mitigation: Drives innovation in green technology and renewable energy, lowering carbon emissions in production.
What social trends influence design and production?
Diversity and Inclusion: Emphasis on inclusivity across race, gender, etc.
Mental Health Awareness: Recognition of mental health importance, leading to increased resources and support.
How do social trends impact design and production?
Diversity and Inclusion: Leads to inclusive product designs and broader marketing strategies.
Mental Health Awareness: Prompts creation of environments and products that support mental well-being.
What are some technological trends affecting design and production?
Artificial Intelligence: Advancements in AI, automation, and machine learning.
Internet of Things (IoT): Growth of connected devices for smarter environments.
How do technological trends influence design and production?
Artificial Intelligence: Automates production, enhances product functionality, transforming industries.
Internet of Things (IoT): Enables smart product designs, leading to efficient, connected environments.
What economic trends affect design and production?
Gig Economy: Growth in freelance and contract work.
E-commerce Growth: Increase in online shopping, influencing consumer behavior.
How do economic trends impact design and production?
Gig Economy: Encourages flexible, portable product designs for freelance workers.
E-commerce Growth: Drives demand for efficient packaging and logistics, influencing product design for shipping.
What political trends influence design and production?
Populism: Growth of movements challenging political norms.
Regulatory Changes: Shifts in regulations across industries.
How do political trends impact design and production?
Populism: Can lead to regulatory changes impacting production standards.
Regulatory Changes: Forces adaptation to new standards, affecting safety, environmental compliance, and design.
What cultural trends affect design and production?
Digital Media Consumption: Increased streaming and online content consumption.
Wellness Movement: Focus on holistic health and well-being
How do cultural trends impact design and production?
Digital Media Consumption: Drives digital-friendly product designs.
Wellness Movement: Inspires health-promoting products, influencing design for user well-being.
What factors can help or hinder innovation success?
Timing: Right market timing can help, while being too early or late can hinder.
Marketing: Good marketing builds awareness; poor marketing limits reach.
Economy: Strong economy aids funding; downturns reduce consumer spending.
Ethical & Legal Issues: Compliance builds trust, but legal challenges can delay development.
Political Issues: Supportive policies assist innovation, while instability hinders it.
What are some agencies that influence innovation?
Standards Australia: Develops standards for product safety and reliability.
IP Australia: Manages intellectual property rights.
ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission): Ensures fair trading and consumer protection.
ARC (Australian Research Council): Funds research and fosters academic-industry collaboration.
CSIRO: Conducts research and partners with industry for technology commercialization.
AusIndustry: Provides grants and support for business innovation.
Austrade: Assists companies in international markets and attracts foreign investment.
National Measurement Institute (NMI): Maintains measurement standards for quality.
What is the role of entrepreneurs in innovation?
Innovation: Introduce new ideas and products.
Risk-taking: Invest resources despite risks.
Problem-solving: Address market gaps with solutions.
Economic Growth: Create jobs and stimulate activity.
Resource Management: Maximize productivity with resources.
Market Expansion: Reach new markets.
Leadership: Provide vision and motivation.
Social Impact: Contribute to societal well-being through ethical practices.
What legal and ethical issues relate to entrepreneurship?
Legal Issues:
Intellectual Property Rights: Protects innovations and avoids infringement.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensures safety and legality but can increase costs.
Ethical Issues:
Fair Labor Practices: Ensures safe, fair conditions in supply chains.
Environmental Responsibility: Promotes sustainable practices, shaping production.
What factors make a new technology likely to succeed?
Market Demand: Solves a real need for a target audience.
Usability: Easy and intuitive to use.
Innovation: Unique features or improvements.
Scalability: Adapts to growing demand.
Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable and offers good ROI.
Reliability and Quality: Consistent performance with minimal maintenance.
Support and Service: Reliable support for users.
Regulatory Compliance: Meets industry standards.
Effective Marketing and Distribution: Strong strategy and accessible channels.
Idea Generation Techniques:
Brainstorming: Free-flow, spontaneous ideas; solo or group sessions.
Mind Mapping: Visual links between ideas; promotes expansive thinking.
Sketching & Doodling: Quick concept visualization; opens possibilities.
Research & Inspiration: Examines existing designs; sparks ideas based on market needs.
Prototyping: Creates simple models; hands-on testing and refining.
SCAMPER: Method for modifying ideas (Substitute, Combine, Adapt, etc.).
Collaborative Workshops: Group creativity; diverse viewpoints.
Reverse Engineering: Studies existing products for strengths/weaknesses.
Research Techniques:
Literature Review: Gathers academic insights.
Surveys & Questionnaires: Collects data on user preferences.
Interviews & Focus Groups: Detailed insights and diverse perspectives.
Case Studies & Observation: Specific examples and unbiased natural data.
Online Databases: Accesses current, broad data sources.
Experimentation Techniques:
Prototyping: Hands-on model testing.
Simulation: Computer-based predictions.
Field Trials & User Testing: Real-world product interaction feedback.
Materials Testing: Durability and suitability checks.
Iterative Design: Refines products through repeated testing.
Evaluation Techniques:
SWOT & Cost-Benefit Analyses: Weighs internal/external project factors.
User Feedback: Identifies usability improvements.
Performance Metrics & Benchmarking: Compares industry standards.
Risk Assessment: Forecasts potential issues.
Post-Implementation Review: Assesses outcomes post-project.
Research, experimentation, and evaluation provide evidence-based validation throughout the design process, shaping:
Idea Generation: Example - Surveys for understanding needs.
Feasibility Studies: Example - Reviewing materials for functionality.
Market Analysis: Example - Competitor products for gaps.
Problem Definition: Example - Case studies clarify problem scope.
Project Management Techniques:
Clear Objectives: Aligns team goals.
Effective Planning: Anticipates resources, minimizing delays.
Risk, Resource, & Time Management: Ensures smooth project flow.
Quality Control: Meets standards and increases satisfaction.
Stakeholder Engagement: Involves stakeholders for support.
Cost Control: Manages budgets, avoiding overspending.
Factors in Design Success:
Design Considerations:
Quality, Obsolescence, Needs, Aesthetics, WHS, Appropriateness, Function, Finance, Life-cycle, Ergonomics.
External Influences on Success:
Timing, Market Position, Reputation, Economic Climate, Price Point, Cultural Sensitivity, Technology, Marketing, Historical, Legal, Political.
