Design delusions and prototyping: eliciting the link between prototypes and product performance
Abstract This study investigates the relationship between the number and type of prototypes developed in rapid prototyping contexts, a team's performance self-estimations, and final actual performance. Findings suggest a strong correlation between each of these elements, with the converse also...
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Published in | Proceedings of the Design Society Vol. 4; pp. 383 - 392 |
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Main Authors | , , , , |
Format | Journal Article Conference Proceeding |
Language | English |
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Cambridge
Cambridge University Press
01.05.2024
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This study investigates the relationship between the number and type of prototypes developed in rapid prototyping contexts, a team's performance self-estimations, and final actual performance. Findings suggest a strong correlation between each of these elements, with the converse also found to be true, motivating the introduction of the concept of Design Delusion - a type of cognitive dissonance due to differences between perceived and actual states. The paper suggests that early prototyping helps identify and mitigate design delusion, improving design decisions and preventing technical debt. |
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ISSN: | 2732-527X 2732-527X |
DOI: | 10.1017/pds.2024.41 |