Setting Project Requirements Flashcards
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A client wants a logo redesign but hasn't specified how it will be used. What is the FIRST step you should take?
Answer: Ask the client about intended use cases and delivery formats
Understanding intended use cases and delivery formats is essential before any design work begins to ensure the final product meets all requirements.
Which document formally defines the scope, deliverables, and timeline agreed upon by both client and designer?
Answer: Project proposal/contract
A project proposal or contract formally outlines scope, deliverables, and timeline to protect both parties and set clear expectations.
A nonprofit organization needs a brochure. Which requirement should influence your design decisions MOST?
Answer: The organization's mission, audience, and budget constraints
The organization's mission, target audience, and budget directly shape all design decisions and ensure the piece serves its intended purpose.
What does 'target audience analysis' provide during the project requirements phase?
Answer: Insight into the demographics and preferences of end users
Target audience analysis reveals who will consume the design, informing tone, style, complexity, and content decisions.
A client provides conflicting feedback from two stakeholders. What is the BEST approach?
Answer: Facilitate a meeting to align stakeholders on a single direction
Facilitating stakeholder alignment ensures a unified direction and prevents rework caused by conflicting instructions.
Which of the following BEST describes a 'deliverable' in the context of project requirements?
Answer: A specific output or product due to the client by a set date
A deliverable is a tangible output—such as a final PDF or print-ready file—that is provided to the client upon completion.
Why is it important to identify technical constraints (e.g., file format, resolution) during the requirements phase?
Answer: To ensure the final design can be properly reproduced in its intended medium
Identifying technical constraints early prevents costly rework and ensures compatibility with printing, web, or other distribution channels.