61 consulting managers and clients about design requirements 61 clarifying and solving design issues 61 researching users’ needs 61 investigating appropriate materials and production processes 61 producing sketches, sample designs and prototypes 61 testing product designs using specialist computer software and computer-aided design (CAD) technology 61 maintaining an awareness of current design trends and influences 61 liaising with sales, marketing and production departments 61 correcting product faults 61 presenting designs, samples and final work to customers for evaluation.
