Task analysis

Task analysis

1. Cost

   • Will the product be worth it's value?
   • How much will the materials be?
   • What materials will the product be?
   • Will you make a full scale prototype or a small one?
   • How much will it cost to make?
   • How much will the product cost?
   • Where will you get the information from?

2. Aesthetics

   • Will it have to reflect on the target audience?
   • Will it be colourful?
   • How would it appeal to your target market?
   • What would inspire you to come up with some good design ideas?
   • What type of research would you need to find out about Aesthetics?
   • Will your choice of materials affect your products look?

3. Function

   • What will your product do?
   • How will it function?
     • What type of research will you have to do to see how similar products function?
   • Does it have a primary or secondary function?
   • How does it work?
   • Where will your product be used?
     • Who will be able to use your product?
   • Will you have to consider safety?

4. Ergonomics

   • Is your product to be used by people? if so which part?
   • Is weight? Shape? Size? Comfort important to the user?
     • Will your product need instructions?
   • Will your product be easy to use?
   • How will you research ergonomics?

5. Quality

   • How will you ensure the quality of your product?
   • Will you need to use CAD/CAM to ensure accuracy and quality?
   • Will you need to make templates?
   • What material could you use? Can you consider cheaper materials and not compromise the quality?
   • How would you check the quality of your product during the making stages?
   • What manufacturing processes could you use to make your product?
   • Will you have to test materials before you start work?

6. User

   • Who is your target audience?
   • Who is your product aimed at?
   • What is their age?
   • Gender?
   • Interests?
   • Do you have any disabilities?
   • Where will your product be used?
   • Why will it be used?
   • Will your product be safe for the user, how will you consider this?
   • What research will you have to do to find out about what the user wants?

7. Environment

   • What materials can be used to manufacture your product?
   • Are these materials recyclable?
   • What is the impact of my product on the environment?
   • Will it be easy to dispose of when used
   • What effect does the products manufacture have on the environment?
   • Where is the product going to be used?
   • Where will you find out about the points above?