Product/ service design 1.3.1

Question 1

Define the design mix.

Answer 1

The range of variables which contribute to successful design.

Question 2

What are the 3 components of the design mix?

Answer 2

Function
Cost
Aesthetics

Question 3

In terms of function what would businesses do with the product?

Answer 3

Make sure it is convenient for customers and fit for purpose.

Question 4

In terms of aesthetics what would a business do with the product?

Answer 4

Make sure the size, appearance, smell, and shape is taken into consideration and that they chose the best raw materials. Create an emotional attachment with the product.

Question 5

In terms of cost what would a business do with the product?

Answer 5

Should be able to produce and sell products at a profit

Need to select materials and processes that reduce costs.

Question 6

Define resource depletion?

Answer 6

The using up of raw materials.

Question 7

What are two designs that businesses may use for waste minimisation?

Answer 7

• Products that use lots of energy should be more durable.
• Products should be designed smaller and lighter to cut down materials.

Question 8

What are two designs that businesses may use for recycling?

Answer 8

• Use recycling materials.
• Make use of waste discarded by other firm.

Question 9

What are three benefits of adapting product designs to go with social trends?

Answer 9

• Lower costs and higher profits.
• More likely to be popular.
• Can gain USP to market product.

Question 10

Define ethical sourcing.

Answer 10

Where a business only buys products that are produced with fair working conditions and pay for workers, as well as minimalising the impact on the environment.