Concept Generation
The process of product concept generation often starts with listing the client's parameters. This list entails the needs, requirements, and specifications provided by the client. A concept generated based on these ideas produces a wide range of possible ideas or solutions. Considering other ideas or looking at the problem at different angles can lead to an effective solution to the problem.
Concept Selection and Testing
Concept selection and testing involve choosing the right concept and gauging the willingness of the clients to buy the idea. These two areas are critical steps in product development. You test the acceptance of your concept or idea before launching it. Also, concept testing can help product developers with making key decisions about the product before releasing it into the market. While you may assume that your new product or idea will be a success, it is the customers that will determine this. It is for this reason that you should carry out concept testing to help you launch an effective product.
Product Architecture and Prototyping
Product architecture is the process of organizing the functional elements of a product. The interaction of these functional elements determines how the product will be designed, sold, used, and repaired. On the other hand, product prototyping involves creating a sample of your product to allow you to eliminate potential challenges before mass production. The process of prototyping can be iterative. This means perfecting the prototype design until fulfills the intended purpose.
Design for ‘X’ approaches
Design for ‘X’ is also known as design for excellence or DFX. It is a systematic approach employed when you want to achieve a targeted goal. The ‘X’ is used to denote the characteristics of the product, service, or process. Companies who want to stay in the market must meet the expectations of their clients. To understand and fulfill these demands, a continuous feedback mechanism that provides information about the needs is required. A typical DFX takes into account the cost, quality, recyclability, and reliability.