Task Analysis

Task Analysis

who
1. teenagers/students
  1. often don't have much money but are prime users of smartphones and modern technology
2. 45-60
  1. often have more money to spend on luxury products so price could be higher
3. should not be for 70+
  1. still a small market as many elderly people not necessarily used to using smartphones so will not buy acessories for them
4. 30-45
5. should not be for young children
  1. this is only a small market because many children do not yet have phones or tablets
location
1. could be used outside
  1. for sunbathing
  2. by the pool
2. could be used in the kitchen
  1. reading recipes
3. could be used on a bicycle
  1. following directions off smartphone
  2. listening to music through phone, earphones
ergonomics
1. correct size for device
  1. or changeable size for various devices
2. sleek design
  1. dependent on target market
3. unique
  1. individuality will make a product more appealing to a potential customer
4. easy to use
safety
1. small parts - chocking hazard for young children
  1. although not designed for use by young children this product could be used by parents with children
2. all electricals must be enclosed if used
  1. danger of electric shock for user
form
1. dependant on target market
  1. different age groups will have hugely different opinions of style, colour and aesthetics
function
1. should have adjustable angle for viewing
  1. must have adjustable viewing angle to allow user optimum viewing capabilities
2. should have adjustable size to hold a range of devices
  1. this is important because people or families with more devices will only have to buy one smatphone stand, this will be more appealing to them
3. could have fitting for bike handle
  1. many people use smartphones for directions or listening to music, if fitted to handlebars it will be more convenient and practical
4. could have sunshade for use outdoors
  1. an easy solution to a problem encountered by many people using screens outside
5. could also be used for books?
  1. another problem encountered by many people, if incorperated into a smartphone stand could be helpful multi-use product
materials
1. could be waterproof for outdoor use
  1. materials like plastic would be splash proof but would need waterproof joining and case as well
2. must not scratch device/smartphone
  1. soft material such as foam
3. should be durable, not break easily
  1. good quality product more likely to have more clients
  2. metals or hard plastics stronger but may be more brittle
cost
1. could be an expensive, luxury item
  1. for people wanting an aesthetically pleasing product of high quality
  2. probably 50+ agegroup
2. could be cheaper
  1. for students and teens who have limited spare funds
  2. for people wanting a cheap, practical solution rather than a fashion/designer item
manufacture
power supply
1. could use battery powered charging
2. could use mains electricity for charging
3. could use solar powered charging
  1. if used as a charging appliance
size
1. should be big enough to hold a range of devices from phones to small tablets
  1. so that people with multiple devices will buy our product rather than a range of other products, for each device, from different companies
control
1. should have moving parts, adjusted by user to fit device
  1. this is simple and practical for both using and manufacturing

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