P14418: B9 Power Generation for Better Water Maker

Customer Needs

Customer Requirements (Needs)

	Customer Need	Category	Importance	Engineering Requirements Fulfilling
CN 1	The generator needs to maintain a minimum power to the unit.	Efficiency	9	ER 2
CN 2	Use of the generator needs to not tire the user.	Ergonomics	9	ER 7
CN 3	The new device can be no heavier than the current device.	Portability	9	ER 8, ER 9
CN 4	The generator needs to be easily transportable.	Portability	1	ER 8
CN 5	The device needs to stand up to consistent use.	Durability	9	ER 11
CN 6	The device needs to be repairable.	Simplicity	9	ER 11
CN 7	Manufacture of the device needs to minimize the use of specific tooling.	Cost	9	ER 1, ER 5, ER 9, ER 10
CN 8	The generator needs to be inexpensive.	Cost	9	ER 1
CN 9	The lifespan of the components needs to exceed that of the UV bulb.	Durability	9	ER 11
CN 10	The generator needs to have a user/maintenance manual that is easy to interpret.	Simplicity	9	ER 5, ER 9, ER 11
CN 11	The device needs to incorporate polymer components that can be or have been recycled.	Sustainability	1	ER 1
CN 12	The generator needs to be safe for women and children to use.	Safety	9	ER 7
CN 13	The generator needs to be fun to use.	Ergonomics	3	ER 7
CN 14	The generator needs to connect to the existing BWM via common car adapter.	Simplicity	9	ER 2
CN 15	The generator needs to protect itself and the BWM components from damage.	Durability	9	ER 11
CN 16	The device needs to be easy to set up/install.	Simplicity	9	ER 4, ER 5, ER 8, ER 9, ER 11
CN 17	The power generation needs to be reliable.	Reliability	9	ER 2