Product Design Specification Template
Product Design Specification Template
Product Design Specification Template
Introduction
—Describe the product briefly here—
Basic Operation
—Describe the basic operation briefly here—
Scope
— Explain the products’ place in the market, target audience and intentions behind its
creation. Include financial and time restrictions over the production—
Functional Requirements
Construction
Key Consideration Requirements Issues/Challenges
Materials and Outline the materials and
process manufacturing process required
Dimensions Provide guidance on the
product’s dimensions
Height: [Min-Max]
Width: [Min-Max]
Length: [Min-Max]
Depth: [Min-Max]
Weight: [Min-Max]
Quantity Initial production of [x] units, with
[x] more in the next 12 months
Lifespan/Reliability The product is expected to
function correctly for [x] years
Maintenance Note aspects that will require
maintenance and how often it
will be needed.
Note safety standards for
replacement parts if applicable
Experience
Key Consideration Requirements Issues/Challenges
Aesthetics Identify any visual requirements
such as style or colour
Ergonomics Identify any required aspects of
the product relating to control or
use e.g. button size or position
Safety
Key Consideration Requirements Issues/Challenges
Safety Note aspects of the product that
considerations could potentially cause safety
concerns
Safety standards List the safety standards that
need to be adhered to
Testing Identify the testing process for
safety and quality control that
will need to be followed
Transport
Key Consideration Requirements Issues/Challenges
Packaging Describe the type of packaging
required and how/if this impacts
product design.
Shipping Note the regions the product will
need to be shipped to and refer
to “Dimensions” if required.
Environmental
Key Consideration Requirements Issues/Challenges
Recycling Establish how recyclable the
materials used should be (both
percentage and ease for end
user)
Disposal Note any guidance on how to
dispose of the product
Questions
—Ensure the above remains factual by listing any questions of considerations for the design
team here—