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Product Development
New ideas are constantly emerging, but transforming these concepts into successful products is challenging.
Traditional funding
Borrow money from the bank
Crowdfunding
Raise funds through online platforms
Finite Resources
Widely used due to accessibility and benefits in manufacturing and energy production
Non-Finite Resources
Naturally occurring and replenishable resources
Reducing Errors
Minimising mistakes in the manufacturing process.
Reducing Waste
Limiting the amount of materials and energy used.
Automation
Using machines to perform tasks previously done by humans.
Computer-aided Manufacture (CAM)
Using computer software to control manufacturing processes.
Quality Control
Implementing checks to ensure products meet standards.
Legislation
Laws and regulations to protect the environment.
Microbeads
Tiny plastic particles banned from cosmetic products.
Battery Disposal
Proper handling of hazardous waste.
Government Incentives
Financial rewards for environmentally friendly practices.
Environmental Impact
These gases contribute to air and land pollution, trapping heat in the atmosphere and causing global warming.
Global Response
International efforts to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Renewable Energy Focus
Shift towards cleaner energy sources like solar and wind power.
Energy Efficiency
Improving product efficiency and building insulation to reduce energy consumption.
Focus on Innovation
Companies aim to be first to market with new products.
Retraining and Upskilling
Workers adapt to new technologies through training.
Consumerism
Desire to own the latest products
Media Influence
Subconscious impact of media on taste and style.
Cultural Shift
Technology and media shaping societal values and behaviours.
Global Culture
Increased interconnectedness leading to shared cultural elements.
Digital Identity
Online presence influencing self-perception and social interaction.
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