PRODUCT ANALYSIS - 1
V. Ryan © 2005 - 2009
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Product analysis involves looking closely at existing
products and identifying how they work, the materials they are made
from, the industrial processes used to manufacture them and their key
features. It may also involves the designer asking the general public or
potential customers what they think of the product. The aim of product
analysis is to help the designer develop even better designs and
products in the future. |
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WHAT PRODUCT ANALYSIS TELLS US ABOUT THE DESK ORGANISER |
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1. The product is made from high density
polythene. 2. It is light and tough, able to withstand being dropped and accidentally knocked. It is impact resistant. 3. It will hold most small pieces of office equipment. 4. It has a neutral colour, a colour that will not clash with the colours and shades of most office furniture. 5. It will comfortably hold the following equipment; glues, pens, pencils, rulers, drawing pins, paper clips, note pads, compasses and other small pieces of equipment. 6. It is stable and well balanced, it will not topple over even if pushed from the side. 7. It is safe as there are no sharp edges, they are all rounded to protect hands and fingers. 8. It has been manufactured through injection moulding. 9. It fits on a standard desk without taking up too much room. 10. Space has been used well as every part of the desk organiser has a function. 11. The writing pad lies flat so that it can be written on directly. 12. It has screw holes in the back so that it can be fixed to a wall. 13. It can be used as a paper weight. |
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WHAT PRODUCT ANALYSIS TELLS US - POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENTS | |
1. There is no specific
place for a mobile phone, an essential accessory for any office worker. |
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QUESTIONS: 1. Select a Desk Top Organiser and produce your own product analysis. How can the product be improved? |
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