Core Technical Principles

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.