Designanmeldelser

Designanmeldelser are structured evaluations of a design's quality and readiness conducted at key points in a project. They verify that the proposed design meets requirements, is feasible to produce or implement, and delivers the intended user experience, safety, and value.

The term is used in Danish contexts for formal reviews across domains such as product design, architecture, software, and service design. A review typically involves designers, engineers, stakeholders, and sometimes external experts.

The process includes planning, defining criteria, reviewing design artifacts (drawings, models, prototypes, specifications), and recording findings via checklists or walkthroughs. The outcome is an action list with recommended changes, risk notes, and a decision to proceed, revise, or pause.

Common criteria cover usability, manufacturability, cost, reliability, safety, accessibility, performance, and regulatory compliance. Documentation provides traceability of decisions and changes.

Benefits include early issue detection, alignment of expectations, and improved quality and predictability. Challenges include resource demands, potential reviewer bias, and the need for clear criteria and independence of reviewers. Designanmeldelser are often scheduled at multiple stages, such as concept reviews and critical design reviews, and may fit within stage-gate or agile processes.