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Legacy products that don't bridge to a brand refresh

The new identity system clashes with older models still on sale, creating confusion during the transition.

Research direction: Brand language and product familyProblem identification → Design validation → Implementation

Three-step solution method

  1. Audit the molds, packaging and identification carriers still in use.
  2. List what can be replaced immediately, updated in the next product iteration or retained for now.
  3. Roll out changes in phases by channel and model, keeping a record of each version.

Key Deliverables

  • Product Update Plan
  • Transition Guidelines
  • Asset Register

Verification Approach

Check for mixed versions across channels and review user feedback on recognition.

Translating research into products and services

Around this topic, we connect needs research, product form, visual identity, and user flows; organizing design decisions through prototypes and task evidence, then integrating with engineering, operations, and service teams for delivery.

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