The Design Research of Home Blood Glucose Meter Based on IDEO Design Process

In this research, commissioned by the manufacturer, the IDEO design process is employed to improve the old glucose meters. Through interviews with the stakeholders, we found out the demands of the client and determined the market positioning and design style using perceptual map. By analyzing the modeling language of the leading brands, we conducted an in-depth design research and usability testing on the old models of the client, thereby getting a clear design idea and developing a design concept based on the keyword “affinity”. In the process of concept visualization, mood board was used as the visual reference for creativity. To assess and optimize the program, we made some models in accordance with the selected solution, and then tested the usability of the model, in which we found out many hidden problems. Ultimately, the improved design was put into operation successfully.