Inclusive product design

Industrial case studies from the UK and Sweden

Conference paper (2006)

Authors

Hua Dong University of Cambridge
Olle Bobjer Box 1400
Peter McBride Newtownabbey, Co.
P.J. Clarkson University of Cambridge
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2006

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English

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Abstract

Two case studies of inclusive product design are presented in this paper: the Selectronic Shower of a UK-based manufacturer and the Bahco Rx Cutter by Ergonomidesign, Sweden. The initiatives of the two projects and their design process were investigated, and the business case discussed. Based on evidence, we concluded that inclusive design is cost-effective.