Abstract:
The purpose of this article is to present a way of ecodesign implementation within a company as well as to explore needs and possibilities concerning support of ecodesign activities. Research methodology was based on literature review and case study aiming at verification of the conceptual model of eco-innovative product design and development. Procedural stages critical for integration of environmental aspects into product design and development in selected company have been identified, and assumptions of a Technical-Organisational-Personal approach-based algorithm for selection of tools supporting ecodesign were proposed. The research has cognitive meaning for seeking further solutions in optimisation and supporting the environmental aspects implementation in the design process. The presented example may provide inspiration both for further studies and for undertaking practical activities by managers and design teams. Taking into account the need of special support for companies in the SMEs sector in implementation of ecodesign, the case study performed in the company belonging to this group may also contribute to development of good practices in this field.
