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In this post you will see the Importance of Good Product Design: How it can save your company money and improve your bottom line!
When it comes to creating a successful product - in our case dashboard, design is often overlooked. However, good product design can be the difference between a product that sells well and one that doesn't. Not only that, but good design can also save your company money in the long run. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of good product design and provide some examples of how bad design can lead to costly mistakes.
First, let's define what we mean by "good product design." Good product design is all about creating a product that is functional, efficient, and user-friendly. It's about understanding the needs of the customer and designing a product that meets those needs in the most effective way possible. Good design also takes into consideration the manufacturing process, making sure that the product can be easily and efficiently produced.
On the other hand, bad product design can lead to a variety of issues. For example, poor design can lead to increased production costs. This can happen when a product is not designed with the manufacturing process in mind, resulting in a product that is difficult and expensive to produce. A good example of this is the Segway, which was designed with expensive and complex gyroscopic technology, making it difficult to produce at a reasonable cost.
Another way bad design can lead to increased costs is through higher warranty costs. If a product is not designed with durability in mind, it may have a higher rate of defects and require more repairs. This can be seen in the example of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, which had a high rate of defective batteries that resulted in the product being recalled and causing significant financial losses for the company.
Bad design can also lead to lost sales due to customer dissatisfaction. If a product is not user-friendly or does not meet the needs of the customer, it is less likely to sell well. This can be seen in the example of the Google Glass, which was designed as a wearable computer but had privacy concerns and was not easy to use, resulting in poor sales.
In addition to these financial costs, bad design can also lead to product recalls and legal issues. For example, if a product is not designed with safety in mind, it may pose a risk to the user and need to be recalled. This can be seen in the example of the Ford Pinto, which had a design flaw that caused the gas tank to rupture in the event of a rear-end collision, resulting in a recall and legal issues for the company.
Lastly, if a product is not designed with ease of use and maintenance in mind, it can lead to additional costs for customer service and technical support. A good example of this is the Apple's early iPods, which had a battery that was difficult to replace and required the user to send it back to the company for repairs.
In conclusion, good product design is essential for creating a successful product and saving your company money. By understanding the needs of the customer, designing a product that is functional, efficient, and user-friendly, and taking into consideration the manufacturing process, you can ensure that your product will be well-received by customers and won't cost you more money in the long run.
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