# Precise Prep Precision-based appliances are accommodating consumer preferences. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Jun 10, 2015 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/visual-appliance ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Precise Prep trend? **Precise Prep:** Consumers are becoming more particular when it comes to food preparation, and this shift is reflected in the types of kitchen appliances they use. Appliances that are visually optimized not only allow consumers to interact with their food, they also offer instructional value that enables them to prepare their meals more precisely. This shift suggests that consumers are looking for appliances that will accommodate evolving preferences. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 6, 2015 to Oct 14, 2016 - Published: Jun 10, 2015 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Precise Prep trend ### Precision-based appliances Consumers are investing in visually-optimized, precision-based appliances to prepare their meals more accurately. ### Smart kitchen products Smart kitchen products with in-built Artificial Intelligence can eliminate the need to consult cookbooks or look up recipes online. ### Combination Appliances Combination appliances with multiple functionalities are growing in popularity as they offer users the convenience of multi-purpose cooking. ## What the Precise Prep trend means for industry ### For Home Appliances Home appliance manufacturers can invest in developing precision-based appliances with increased functionality and connectivity to cater to the evolving preferences of consumers. ### For Kitchenware Kitchenware companies can explore the potential of developing smart cutting boards and saucepans with digitized displays to guide users through the cooking process. ### For Food Services Food services can adopt precision-based appliances to optimize accuracy and efficiency in preparing meals, thereby reducing preparation time and increasing customer satisfaction. ## Workshop question How can you give consumers more control over the way they interact with your offering? ## Trend signals for Precise Prep Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 60%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 63% - Activity: 60% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Precise Prep trend 6 featured examples from Jan 6, 2015 to Oct 14, 2016. - [Precision Kitchen Prep Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-master): The Cedarland Culinary Bellini Intelli Kitchen Master is Helpful (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Kitchen appliance manufacturers can explore the development of multifunctional and smart appliances to meet the growing demand for versatile and automated cooking solutions. - [Instruction-Indicating Saucepans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pot): These Smart Pots Digitally Display Directions for Quality Cooking (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity to invest in developing digital displays and connectivity technology for kitchen appliances - [Meticulous Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrupulous-coffee-grinder): This Scrupulous Coffee Grinder Prepares Beans Slowly and Precisely (Category: Tech) Implication: Coffee equipment manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards precise and efficient coffee grinding by designing new machines that meet these needs. - [Transparent Bread Browners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seethrough-toaster): See-Through Toaster Shows When Your Slices are Prepared to Preference (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Innovative kitchen appliances to improve the cooking and dining experience of homeowners. - [Precise Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precise-cutting-board): Expertly Slice Your Food with the Obsessive Chef Bamboo Cutting Board (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Introduce innovative and functional cutting boards that enhance precision and ease of use in the kitchen. - [Thermal Imaging Microwaves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heat-map-microwave): The Heat Map Microwave Visualizes the Cooking Process (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is a opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to incorporate new technology and innovation such as thermal imaging in their products to offer consumers improved function… ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)