Design · National 5
People who influence design
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Design & Manufacture · National 5 · mrkellydt.co.uk
What you're learning in this topic
Learning intention WALT
We are learning about people who influence design, specifically to understand:
- the role of designers, manufacturers, marketing teams, consumers and retailers
Success criteria WILF
- I can describe the role of designers, manufacturers, marketing teams, consumers and retailers
N5: who influences design N5
- Designers: creative input; develop ideas to meet the brief.
- Manufacturers: make sure it can be manufactured economically and efficiently; advise on changes.
- Marketing teams: plan how to promote and sell the product (price, promotion, product, place).
- Consumers: give feedback (often via market research) on needs, wants and existing products.
- Retailers: feedback on sales figures, what is likely to sell and market trends.
Key terms
| Role of a retailer | Feedback on sales, what will sell and market trends. |
|---|---|
| Role of a manufacturer | Ensures the product can be made efficiently and economically. |
| Role of a marketing team | Plans how the product is priced, promoted and sold. |
Quick check
1. Who gives feedback on which products are selling well in shops?
- Marketing team
- Designer
- Manufacturer
- Retailer
Show answer
D: Retailer. Retailers see sales directly.
2. Who checks a design can be made efficiently and economically?
- Manufacturer
- Consumer
- Marketing team
- Retailer
Show answer
A: Manufacturer. Manufacturers advise on how to make it.
Printable worksheet
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