Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are portable medical devices that deliver an electric shock to the heart in order to restore normal rhythm. AEDs are used to treat sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a life-threatening condition that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating effectively. According to statistics, SCA kills more than 350,000 people each year in the United States alone. The use of AEDs can improve survival rates by up to 60%.
The development of AEDs has been ongoing for several decades, with significant advancements made in recent years. This paper focuses on the design and analysis of AEDs using new service development.
New service development is a process that involves designing and implementing innovative services that meet the needs of customers. In this context, AEDs can be considered as a new service that provides emergency care for individuals suffering from SCA. The design and analysis of AEDs using new service development involves several stages:
Idea generation: This stage involves generating ideas for new AED features and functions based on customer needs and preferences.
Concept development: This stage involves developing concepts for new AED features based on customer feedback and market research.
Prototyping: This stage involves creating prototypes of new AED designs to test their functionality and usability.
Testing: This stage involves testing the effectiveness of new AED designs through clinical trials and user feedback.
Launch: This stage involves launching the final product into the market, which includes providing training programs for users and maintenance services.
In conclusion, the design and analysis of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) using new service development is crucial in improving survival rates for individuals suffering from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). The process involves generating ideas, developing concepts, prototyping, testing, and launching the final product into the market while providing training programs for users and maintenance services. These steps ensure that AEDs are effective, user-friendly, and meet the needs of customers.