A brainstorming technique that involves breaking down a problem or object into its component parts or attributes.
- Metodologías: Ingeniería, Diseño de producto, Gestión de proyectos
Attribute Listing

Attribute Listing
- Lluvia de ideas, Creatividad, Pensamiento de diseño, Ideación, Innovación, Técnicas de resolución de problemas, Mejora de procesos, Gestión de calidad, Ingeniería de valor (VE)
Objetivo:
Cómo se utiliza:
- By listing the attributes of a problem or object, you can then brainstorm ways to improve each attribute. This can lead to new ideas and solutions.
Ventajas
- Is a simple and easy-to-use technique, can be used to generate a large number of ideas, and can be applied to a wide range of problems.
Contras
- Can be time-consuming, may not be suitable for all types of problems, and the quality of the ideas depends on the creativity of the participants.
Categorías:
- Ideación, Resolución de problemas
Ideal para:
- Generating new ideas by systematically analyzing the attributes of a problem or object.
Attribute Listing can be particularly effective in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive design, and dispositivo médico development, where products must meet specific performance and safety standards while also appealing to consumer desires. During the ideation phase of a project, design teams can utilize this methodology by gathering cross-functional input from engineers, marketers, and user experience specialists to create a comprehensive list of attributes that characterize the product. This approach encourages collaboration, as team members can identify attributes that may not have been considered by others, such as usability, cost, and environmental impact. For example, in the development of a new smartphone, attributes such as battery life, screen size, weight, and material can be analyzed and improved upon, encouraging innovative features like energy-efficient technologies or new form factors. This technique is often initiated by product managers or lead designers but benefits from the participation of diverse stakeholders, including end-users, who can provide valuable feedback on their needs and preferences. The flexibility of Attribute Listing allows it to be applied in various contexts, including early-stage brainstorming sessions or later stages of product refinement, making it a versatile tool for generating a multitude of creative solutions that enhance product quality and user satisfaction. In settings such as design sprints or workshops, teams can quickly converge on prioritized attributes for further exploration, establishing a clear pathway for subsequent phases of the product development cycle.
Pasos clave de esta metodología
- Identify the object or problem under analysis.
- List all attributes or characteristics associated with the object or problem.
- Analyze each attribute for areas of improvement.
- Brainstorm ideas and solutions for enhancing each attribute.
- Evaluate the feasibility and impact of the generated ideas.
- Prioritize the ideas based on potential benefits and implementation difficulty.
Consejos profesionales
- Encourage team members to adopt different cognitive perspectives during the listing process, enhancing creativity through diverse viewpoints.
- Utilize digital tools or software for attribute listing, allowing for efficient organization, visualization, and collaboration across teams.
- Regularly revisit and update the attributes list as new insights or market trends emerge, ensuring the relevance of brainstorming efforts.
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