What is the difference between sequential and parallel prototyping?

What will be an ideal response?


In sequential prototyping, one or more designers work on a single design iteration at a time, review the design, then make improvements and continue as required.
Parallel prototyping begins by simultaneously constructing several different designs (all based on the same set of requirements), then reviewing the prototypes when completed. Suggestions for improvements are made and another round of designs are constructed the second time. After each iteration, one less prototype is built until only a single final design remains. The advantage of the parallel approach is that it provides for a broader perspective of design options, which can then be compared side-by-side.
Sequential prototyping is more focused and considerably limited in the amount of designs that the team can consider at once.

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