Step 8 Analysis

Group 2:

-Interesting building architecture, it reminds me of an iceberg.

-The large ceiling space on the top floor gives it a loft-like feel.

-Advertising on the building could be another revenue stream.

Questions

-If the building is a dorm, will the outer building material be made out of glass like in the model?

-If events are held in the dorm to foster relationships and connections between resident students, will non-resident Baruch students be allowed to participate?

-How many people can the building house?

Group 3:

-The alarm itself is very long, but it is interesting to see the inner-workings of the alarm.

-Interesting combination of materials, especially the light and sound function.

-KickStarter funding is a great idea as well as advertising.

Questions

-Could the Smart Alarm be used in any other ways aside for sleepy students cramming for finals?

-Is there a way to make the alarm more compact, like the drawing?

-Will it be battery operated or can it be plugged in? Could it be connected to the student’s laptop to be charged?

-Could the SmartAlarm be programmed to advertise for products? Like once you start falling asleep, a loud ad for Starbucks or Redbull starts to play?

Group 4

-The picture and poster clearly state the group’s goals and proposed plan.

-Other online 3d companies aside from Shapeways can also be considered.

-Selling the 3d printed items in the Baruch bookstore is a great way to create revenue and generate marketing for Baruch clubs.

Questions

-Where will you put the room?

-How many students can use the room at one time?

-Can individual students participate?

-Will winning designs be sold on Shapeways or another online 3d printing platform as well?

-Will a bidding process need to happen before partnering with a 3d printing company? Like how contracts between companies and the city work? Will the 3d printing companies have to present plans to Baruch & CUNY and Baruch can only work with the company offering the best deal?

-Can other CUNY students use the room or only Baruch clubs?

Group 5

-Good choice of colors, people will know the spot is reserved for Baruch students and staff.

-Great idea that can easily be made possible through 3d printing technology available today.

-The prototype cone’s block-like shape can be implemented in the final product to emphasize the difference between a normal traffic/parking cone and Baruch’s version.

Questions

-How large will the cones be? Maybe a little larger than normal traffic/parking cones so no one will miss it?

-Are there any legal issues that need to be addressed before claiming key parking spots next to Baruch?

-How will you generate revenue?