Design activities normally involve individuals from different disciplines, as well as designers who specialize in different categories of design. Adopting a common terminology, while being aware of different usages of common terms, is important to ensure effective communication and smooth progress of work.
BS 7000-10 seeks to increase understanding of terms used when managing design and working with design professionals. It collates all the terms and definitions incorporated in the other parts of the BS 7000 series, plus many others in common use in design practice and management. As such, it is a useful reference in all discussions in these fields.
BS 7000-10 defines vocabulary used in design and its management, and includes those that may have particular meanings when used in different areas of industry and commerce.
The revised edition of BS 7000-10 has a greatly expanded scope, covering the design management terminology in use across all sectors of industry, commerce, services and the public sector. It applies to all technical, services, software, production and design areas, and also recognizes the importance of intellectual and other rights.
BS 7000-10 prepared to assist those who have a responsibility for, or an interest in, design and its management. It will also assist those who are considering working with designers but are unfamiliar with the terminology that they are likely to use.
It is recommended that organizations seeking to adopt this standard also consider adopting the other standards in the BS 7000 series.
