Define: Design Specification

The meaning of “Design Specification” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Design Specification defined in a legal contract?

  • Design Specification means a specification that sets out the definitive physical characteristics. Seen in 12 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means a description of products' physical, functional, or technical aspects, attributes, requirements, or performance. It is related to or used in its design, manufacture, testing, operation, and repair. This could include, without limitation, bills of materials, schematic diagrams, approved vendor lists, parts, testing procedures, quality plans including source inspection procedures, mechanical models, and assembly fixtures. Seen in 3 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means a document that details the implementation of system design and implementation. It will serve as a reference for future development. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means a deliverable that defines how all requirements identified will be met. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means the specifications or standards to which a particular item will be designed or manufactured. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means the specification for the deliverables as agreed upon by the [organization]. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Design Specification means the detailed written description of the functional and aesthetic aspects of a project, including the design, operating features, interfaces, and technical requirements. Seen in 1 SEC filing

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of design specification' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Design Specification means detailing physical, functional, technical aspects necessary for a product or project's implementation and operation.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When launching a new product.
  • In negotiations for manufacturing deals.
  • Broadly used in construction projects.
  • Necessary in software designing and implementation.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Design Specification means a deliverable outlining how identified requirements will be met.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • In vendor negotiations for services or goods delivery.
  • When engaging a consultant or project manager for a project.
  • In outlining deliverables within a project.

Relevant Sectors

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Design Specification means detailing physical, functional, technical aspects necessary for a product or project's implementation and operation.

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