Posgrados Diseño y Arquitectura
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Item Análisis de perfil del consumidor en la gestión del diseño y desarrollo de calzado para la empresa Plasticaucho Industrial S.A.(UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO - FACULTAD DE DISEÑO ARQUITECTURA - MAESTRÍA EN DISEÑO, 2025-05-19) Camacho Navas Omar Andrés; Escobar Guanoluisa Taña Elizabeth; UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO - FACULTAD DE DISEÑO ARQUITECTURA - MAESTRÍA EN DISEÑOThis study arises from the necessity to align the design and manufacturing processes of children’s footwear with the actual demands of the target audience specifically, children aged 8 to 12 and their parents. The primary objective was to develop a consumer-centered management model grounded in co-creation. Mixed-methods research was adopted, integrating qualitative instruments (expert interviews, podcast sessions, and habit/usage surveys) alongside an exhaustive documentary analysis of ISO 9001:2015 and related guidelines. This multifaceted approach facilitated the integration of diverse perspectives, thus enhancing the validity and reliability of the findings. The results highlight that ergonomic comfort, durability, appealing design, and affordability are critical factors in fulfilling consumer expectations. Additionally, the study underscores the importance of systematically and proactively engaging the user’s perspective during both the design and validation stages of footwear production. Moreover, interdisciplinary collaboration and the application of user-centered methodologies proved instrumental in optimizing design and development processes, thereby strengthening customer loyalty within the target segment and bolstering the firm’s competitive standing. In conclusion, the integrated focus on active consumer involvement, innovation, and stringent quality assurance constitutes the most robust strategy for developing products that meet - and potentially exceed - the expectations of the children’s market.Item Estrategias de diseño de calzado para la Asociación APROCALZA(UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO - FACULTAD DE DISEÑO Y ARQUITECTURA - MAESTRÍA EN DISEÑO, 2025-05-19) Ortiz Gómez Evelyn Maritza; Betancourt Chávez Diego Gustavo; UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO - FACULTAD DE DISEÑO Y ARQUITECTURA - MAESTRÍA EN DISEÑOThis research analyzes the role of strategic design within the APROCALZA Association, with the aim of proposing a operative model that integrates design into the business management of the footwear industry. Based on a qualitative approach, interviews with managers, surveys with designers and entrepreneurs, as well as comparative matrices and hierarchical models, were applied to assess the level of design maturity in member companies. The results show that although design is recognized for its impact on competitiveness and brand differentiation, its implementation remains limited. 75% of designers report that they are only occasionally considered in strategic decision-making, and the same percentage of companies combine digital tools with manual processes, indicating partial digitalization. Additionally, most design ideas originate from external references or existing products, which restricts innovation. Through data analysis and triangulation, key barriers were identified, such as the lack of investment in design and innovation, and the absence of specialized training. Based on these findings, an operational model is proposed, addressing key pillars such as continuous training, digital transformation, sustainability, brand identity, and the integration of design into the organizational structure. This study highlights design as a strategic tool for the development of the sector and offers actionable pathways that can be adapted by similar production-oriented organizations across the country.