DTI IMPORTANT QUESTIONS

UNIT-3

INNOVATION

1. Explain the role of creativity and innovation in organizational growth with real-life case studies
2. Elaborate on the importance of teamwork in driving innovation. Provide examples of successful innovative teams
3. .Discuss the art of innovation with suitable examples.
4. Discuss value-based innovation and its impact on organizational strategy.

UNIT-4

PRODUCT DESIGN

1.   Elaborate on the importance of product value and how it influences customer satisfaction
2.  Analyze the role of innovation in product design and provide case study examples to illustrate its importance.
3. Explain the process of introducing a product to the market, highlighting the strategies involved
4.  Evaluate a real-world case study of an innovative product and discuss the design elements that contributed to its success.

UNIT-5

DESIGN THINKING IN BUSINESS PROCESSES

1. Create a prototype of a product that solves a common business problem using design thinking principles.
2. Design a business model for a startup focused on sustainable products.
3. Develop a marketing strategy for a product using design thinking.
4. Plan a maintenance and reliability strategy for a tech-based startup.

UNIT-1:

UNIT–I: Introduction to Design Thinking – Important Questions

1. Explain the basic elements of design such as dot, line, shape, and form.
   How do these elements act as fundamental building blocks in design?

2. What are the principles of design?
   Explain principles such as balance, contrast, emphasis, proportion, rhythm, and unity with suitable examples.

3. Define Design Thinking.
   Explain its importance and how it differs from traditional problem-solving approaches.

4. Explain the history and evolution of Design Thinking.
   Mention key contributors and how Design Thinking has evolved in modern engineering and product design.

5. Discuss the role of new materials in industry.
   How have advanced materials influenced modern design, innovation, and sustainability?

6. Explain the relationship between design elements and design principles.
   How do they work together to create effective and user-centered designs?

UNIT-2:

UNIT–II: Design Thinking Process – Important Questions

1. Explain the Design Thinking Process with neat flow diagram, describing each stage:
   Empathize, Analyze (Define), Ideate, Prototype, and Test.
   How does this process help in problem-solving?

2. Discuss the role of Empathize and Analyze stages in Design Thinking.
   Why are user needs and problem definition critical before ideation?

3. What is Ideation in Design Thinking?
   Explain different ideation techniques such as Brainstorming and how ideas are converted into Prototypes.

4. Explain how the Design Thinking process is implemented in driving inventions.
   Illustrate with a suitable example of a real-world product or innovation.

5. Describe the application of Design Thinking in Social Innovations.
   How does Design Thinking help in solving social problems related to health, education, or sustainability?

6. Explain the tools of Design Thinking:

   • Persona

   • Customer Journey Map

   • Brainstorming

   • Product Development