Product analysis
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how and why product analysis is used in industry
Key learning points
- Product analysis is used to improve designs, ensure quality and stay competitive.
- Product analysis methods include testing, user feedback and analysing companies.
- Product analysis can benefit companies to stay innovative and meet customer needs.
Keywords
Product analysis - examining a product’s design, function, and performance
User needs - the requirements and expectations of who you are designing for
Innovative - introducing new or improved ideas
Common misconception
Product analysis is only about identifying flaws or problems in a product.
In reality, product analysis is used to improve design, meet user needs, and stay competitive.
Teacher tip
It is useful to have examples of the product you wish to analyse in the lesson for students to handle and explore first-hand.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these is an example of qualitative data?
Q2.Which of the following is an example of primary research?
Q3.Which of these is an example of quantitative data?
Q4.Why do companies analyse their products?
Q5.Why are product reviews useful for companies?
Q6.Match each research method to its correct example:
Asking people about their product preferences
Watching how users interact with a design
Measuring the weight of a product
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Product analysis helps companies stay by creating new or improved products.
Q2.Match each method of product analysis to its correct description.
Gathering customer opinions and experiences
Examining durability, safety, and function
Comparing products from other businesses
Q3.Put these steps of product analysis in the correct order:
Q4.Companies analyse to ensure products meet customer expectations and market demands.
Q5.Which of the following is an example of using product analysis to improve a design?
Q6.Which of the following is NOT a method used in product analysis?
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