Product Development and Design Considerations

This chapter discusses the development process and design considerations that developers must follow to guarantee a successful launch of Internet of Things (IoT) and wearable products. When developing a new product, there is a set of steps that must be followed to turn an innovative idea into a product available for sale. Some steps can have multiple iterations, which is typical when it comes to developing technically complex products based on hardware and software systems. When pursuing a new product development, it is essential to define the requirements which are typically captured from trial users, end customers, or market assessments. The requirements are typically documented and serve as an agreement between the client and the product engineering team. A careful planning for a new product development processes along with testing and validation of prototypes are essential steps toward ensuring that the new product will meet the target market needs.