Creating and designing your product
Product design plays an important role in the product development process. It is, in fact, the step in which your product truly takes shape. Designing a product is not only about how it will look visually, but also about its functionality, the user experience, and creating value for your target audience.
At Beeliners, we build upon what we have learned in previous phases, such as product strategy and concept development. Thanks to our structured approach, we ensure that we do not overlook important elements like your USPs and the cost of your product.
- We work with you
We don’t work for you, but with you. That you way you will stay involved and can keep control over your idea. - Personal contact
You will have direct contact with the specialists who work on realizing your idea. Spar directly with the right specialist. - Short lines
Would you like adjustments to your idea? Due to the short lines of communication we can act quickly to make it happen. - The IP is always yours
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What is meant by product design?
Product design is the phase where thought is given to the aesthetics, user-friendliness, use of materials, production process, techniques, and costs of your new product. Consideration is given to who exactly the product is for, what its precise appearance will be, and how it will be manufactured.
Additionally, during product design, consideration is given to UX design, or user experience design. This concerns the usability of a website, app, or device and the extent to which it meets the needs of the end-users. Furthermore, UX design looks at the complete picture of design focused on human instructions and interaction. Consider, for example, the color red for an alarm button.
Ultimately, the user experience and the creation of value are central to product design. With your product, you aim to solve a problem for your target audience. Therefore, product design also involves examining the target audience’s interaction with your design. Is this interaction as intended, or does it need to be adjusted?
The importance of product design
Product design lays the foundation for the user experience, functionality, and appearance of your new product. A good product design not only ensures that your product is attractive, but also that it is user-friendly. Additionally, it ensures that the product is distinct from the competition.
The steps we take in the product design process
1. Product design and development: Once a concept for your product has been developed, we can get started with the product design and development. This includes creating prototypes, testing these prototypes, and refining the design.
2. Product testing and feedback collection: We then thoroughly test the prototype to ensure that it is a safe and effective design. Your prototype can be tested by potential users for its usability, materials, quality, and their overall impression of the user experience. Additionally, tests are conducted to see if the product can be used safely and if it performs as expected.
3. Redesigning the product: Based on the test results, we will redesign and adjust the prototype. We then test the modified prototype again. We continue to repeat this process of adjustment and retesting. Typically, it takes 6 months to 2 years to make the transition to production.
The testing of your product
Testing is an essential part of the product design process. It involves evaluating a product to identify if it meets the intended requirements and expectations. By thoroughly testing products, errors are detected and resolved before the product reaches your customer. This leads to higher-quality products, a strong reputation for your company, and increased customer satisfaction.
Different product tests
There are various tests that are conducted, depending on the product and the objectives of the test:
1. Usability tests: These tests evaluate how users interact with the product. This can be done through observations and interviews.
2. Functional tests: These tests verify if the product meets the program of requirements and desires. This includes testing all functions and features of the product.
3. Performance tests: These tests evaluate the product’s performance, such as its speed, efficiency, and stability.
4. Safety tests: These tests examine whether the product is safe for use. This includes identifying and resolving potential hazards.
5. Compatibility tests: These tests evaluate if the product is compatible with other products or systems.
“Together we make your idea reality.”
Do you have a product idea that you want to bring to life? Our experts are ready to develop your product and bring it to the shelves. An initial consultation is always free of any obligation. Get started today!
The role of a product designer
At Beeliners, we play a leading role in all phases of the product design process. For instance, we are responsible for devising creative solutions, creating prototypes, and testing products to ensure they meet the needs of your customers.
Our experts possess a wide range of skills, including:
Creativity: to come up with new and innovative ideas. We do this through brainstorming sessions, among other methods.
Problem-solving ability: to solve complex problems and devise effective solutions.
Technical skills: we possess various areas of expertise, such as software development, hardware development, app development, cloud solutions, and industrial design.
Communication skills: which enable us to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including engineers, marketers, and clients.
Collaboration skills: we do everything in-house, which means our specialists collaborate closely and leverage each other’s knowledge.
Tools & techniques we apply
Design sprints
A design sprint is a process based on the design thinking method. During this process, we try to find answers to your target audience’s problems through design, prototyping, and testing.
UX design
With your idea or product, you want to solve a problem and add value for your customers. Good UX design is an essential part of this. Ultimately, you naturally want customers to be able to use your product/service with ease.
Agile work process
By constantly making small iterations to the product design and consulting with you, we can continuously adjust and adapt the design. Additionally, this approach allows us to monitor progress.
Multidisciplinary approach
At Beeliners, we employ a multidisciplinary approach. This means that our various areas of expertise, such as hardware, industrial design, and application software, collaborate on a single project. This allows us to directly combine different insights and technologies.
Let Beeliners design your product
When you have a fantastic idea, you naturally want to develop it into a tangible product on the market. However, this is preceded by an entire process for which you may not always have the in-house knowledge or resources. Our engineers are ready to support you throughout the entire process and are happy to provide input on the product design.
You are involved in every step of the process, which is made possible by our practical approach and direct lines of communication.
Together, we will get to work designing great products that are tested extensively with the target audience. Curious about what we can achieve together? Feel free to contact us for a no-obligation consultation!
4 awards for product innovation
17 products developed
in 2024
Supported more than 48 companies
Do you have a challenge for us?
Our product developers are ready to start on your innovative ideas! Do you have an idea, a question or a challenge about product development? Our team of specialists are ready to turn your ideas into reality. Don’t hesitate and feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you!
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Portfolio
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Haeyven – Antagonist
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Snowplow Gateway/Sensor
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Sports equipment
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Hydrogen fire protection
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IoT Flange
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Covid Handwash Timer
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BeeAlert
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Bee in Charge App
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Digital Brick
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