Task Analysis

Task Analysis

1. Anthropometrics

   • weight
     • must be able to withstand the weight up to 200kg
       • choice of materials becomes a factor
         • must be able to withstand high impact
   • size
     • design should be suitable for users of all sizes
       • must be for the top percentile of the population
   • must be comfortable for users
     • sufficient space to place legs
     • adjustable height
       • height of chairs and tables can be adjusted
     • the parts of the products must be within reach

2. Materials

   • Wood
     • Durable
       • Able to withstand huge impact
         • Scots Pine
         • Yellow Cedar
           • close grained because of uniform strength
       • Increase product quality
     • Easy to obtain
     • Expensive
   • Plastic
     • Waterproof
       • Product won't warp as often as it doesn't absorb water
         • Longer shelf life
     • Easy to clean
       • Crucial for product as vanity table can get dirty easily
         • Melamine Formaldehyde
           • Resistant to chemical and stains
             • Suitable for tabletops
     • Malleable
       • Able to hold it into any different shape
         • Increase variety in design
     • Cheap
     • Lightweight
       • Product can be moved around easily
         • Polypropylene
         • Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
           • Also, able to withstand high impact
           • scratch resistant
   • Metal
     • Strong
       • Aluminium
         • Lightweight
     • Long lasting
       • Longer shelf life
     • Malleable
       • Freedom in designing
       • Stainless Steel
         • Very strong and durable
         • suitable for it to be made into table legs
         • Rust Resistant

3. Manufacturing Processes

   • Steam bending
     • wood
     • to bend wood into complex shapes
   • Line bending
     • plastic
     • bend plastic into complex shapes
   • brazing
     • metal
     • to join two pieces of metal
   • press forming
     • to create the compartments

4. Aesthetics

   • Colour
     • Neutral i.e. white
       • Able to match with rooms with any kind of decoration themes
     • Gender neutral
       • to increase target market
   • Design
     • Sleek
       • modern
       • smooth surface
     • Evergreen
       • timeless
         • never out of style
   • Finishes
     • Glossy
       • Modern feel
     • Matte

5. Target Market & Needs

   • beauty blogger/youtuber
     • workstation is mainly the vanity table to film tutorials
   • people who needs a designated area to get ready
     • suitable for all ages and gender