Product & Service Design: Understanding Chapter Four
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What does product and service design indicate?

  • The cost of the product or service
  • The customer service provided
  • The advertising strategy
  • The shape and form of the product or service (correct)
  • What is one of the reasons for the emphasis on new goods and services?

  • Slower transportation of goods
  • Limited worldwide telecommunications
  • Decreased competition
  • Higher trade barriers (correct)
  • What are some reasons for designing or redesigning new products (goods & services)?

  • Technology advancements
  • Aging baby boomers (correct)
  • Decreased manufacturing processes
  • Increased demand
  • What does CAD stand for in the context of product design?

    <p>Computer-aided design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the activities involved in product and service design?

    <p>Refining existing products and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the factors that can lead to the redesign of products?

    <p>Limited availability of raw materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of a manufacturer with regards to product liability?

    <p>Taking responsibility for faulty products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of translating customer wants and needs into product and service requirements?

    <p>To ensure products meet customer specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should product designers consider when operating globally?

    <p>Cultural differences of different countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context does the human factor often arise in product design?

    <p>Consumer product design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the emerging concept in manufacturing related to the refurbishing of used products?

    <p>Remanufacturing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a focal point in the quest for sustainability in product design?

    <p>Reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does recycling, as mentioned in the text, apply to?

    <p>Recovering materials for future use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the advantages of global product design?

    <p>Combined efforts of designers from different locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Product and Service Design

    • Indicates the process of creating and improving products and services to meet customer needs and wants.

    Emphasis on New Goods and Services

    • One of the reasons for the emphasis on new goods and services is to stay competitive in the market.

    Reasons for Designing or Redesigning Products

    • To meet changing customer needs and wants.
    • To improve product quality and performance.
    • To reduce costs and increase efficiency.
    • To respond to changes in technology and market trends.

    CAD in Product Design

    • CAD stands for Computer-Aided Design, used to create and modify product designs.

    Activities Involved in Product and Service Design

    • Prototyping and testing.

    Factors Leading to Product Redesign

    • Changes in customer needs and wants.
    • Advances in technology.
    • Environmental concerns.

    Product Liability

    • The responsibility of a manufacturer is to ensure that their products are safe and meet regulatory standards.

    Translating Customer Wants and Needs

    • The purpose is to create products and services that meet customer requirements.

    Global Product Design

    • Product designers should consider cultural and regulatory differences when operating globally.

    Human Factor in Product Design

    • The human factor arises in product design when considering ergonomics and user experience.

    Emerging Concept in Manufacturing

    • The emerging concept is the refurbishing of used products, also known as remanufacturing.

    Sustainability in Product Design

    • A focal point is the reduction of waste and environmental impact.

    Recycling in Product Design

    • Recycling applies to the reuse of materials from used products to reduce waste and environmental impact.

    Advantages of Global Product Design

    • One advantage is the ability to access a wider range of customers and markets.

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