Part of the Peripherals glossary: ASIO (Audio Stream Input/Output), developed by Steinberg, is a cross-platform, multi-channel audio transfer protocol that is being adopted by many of the manufacturers of audio/MIDI sequencing applications. It allows software to have access to the multi-channel capabilities of a wide range of powerful sound cards.
Conceptual design. Conceptual Design is an umbrella term given to all forms of non-aesthetic design management disciplines. It is an early phase of the design process, in which the broad outlines of function and form of s are articulated. It includes the design of interactions, experiences, processes and strategies.
A concept plan is a short overview of a new business venture. It can be used to expand on an initial business idea; guide more detailed planning and communicate essential information. The concept plan signals a commitment to a diligent planning effort by organizing and documenting the intentions of the founders. The concept plan precedes the writing of a business plan and establishes the foundation for its development. The concept plan should be brief, extending to only a few pages in length. Writing a concept plan is far more than the casual recording of notes and ideas.