As the muggle and magical worlds continue to infringe on each other, the need for stealth and privacy in the magical community grow more important. Stealth charms, or obfuscation charms, should be standard in all broomsticks to prevent unnecessary use of the Obliviate spell on muggles. A broomstick manufacturer advertising such a charm would likely see their sales increased.

The ability of wand woods to channel and enhance magic has been empirically tested and validated by the wizarding community. There is no reason to think that the same qualities that suit these woods for use in regular spellwork would not also enhance the spells placed on a broomstick that allow the rider to control it.

One must remember that old maxim though: 'the wand chooses the wizard'. If the same property of certain woods which makes them effective for use in wands also prevents them from being used effectively by all but one witch or wizard manifests when these woods are used for broomsticks, it may soon be said that 'the broom chooses the wizard'.

In the creation of a family-friend broomstick insteaded for use by an adult wizard, I would choose to incorporate a weight-detecting charm. Such a charm would enable adult wizards to feel more secure in keeping a broom about their house when they have younger wizards and witches about who may be too small or too young to be aboard a full-sized broom. A weight-detecting charm could be set at a certain weight (to also allow use by school-age children) so that any less than the required weight would render the broomstick inert.

Yes. Wandlore has proven that nature has its own magical components that should not be ignored when binding magic to an otherwise ordinary artifact. Keep in mind with potions - we use everyday ingredients in many of our common potions, but we do not hesitate to understand that their use becomes very different in light of the combination with more magical essences. We can eat an apple, but the peel is stewed in the juice of a mandrake and combined with the leaves of a alihosty tree, it becomes a Shrieking Laughter Elixir.

Thus, considering the more magical leanings of wood would be optimal. A broom must respond readily to its owner, be intuitive, and be trustworthy. A broom made of wood that is known to be temperamental in wandlore would not be a good choice for brooms created for everyday use.

If I were a broomstick manufacturer, I would include an extendable-seat spell. Only one rider per broom would be a thing of the past! You can take your whole family or perhaps you friend out for a ride over the city.

2.) Do you believe that using wand woods improves control over a broomstick? Why?

Yes, I believe using wand woods might improve control over a broomstick. This could be particularly apparent if the broom shares the same wand wood as the owner's current wand. It could make the user feel more familiar and, thus, more confident when riding their broomstick.

1.) If you were a broomstick manufacturer, what unique spell or accessory would you include in your broomstick model to make it stick out from the others in the market?

If I were a broomstick manufacturer I would try to improve the broom so that I get the most out of it's functionality. I would add an accessory which makes it able to take your companions on your travels with you (no, I'm not talking about the owls here, but cats, toads, etc.). It would be sorta like a cage, but with an extra safety modus which prevents them from falling out.
I would also add a system which makes it possible to adjust the speed and location, so that you can enter at the start of your travel where you want to go and how long you want to take to travel to the place. The last edit I would make would be a safety option which makes it able to do other things while flying, without having to be afraid to fall down. Sorta like a shield, which prevents you from falling.

2.) Do you believe that using wand woods improves control over a broomstick? Why? I think wand wood could improve the extra options you can have on a broomstick. I also think that because of the connection between a wand and it's owner, it would be possible to improve the broomstick because of that. Controlling the broomstick is something you have to learn and I don't think that wandwood would make it easier for those that have trouble with flying.

Though it is an unconventional accessory, I believe that magically recycled parts should still hold considerable appeal alongside more ubiquitous features among broomstick manufacturers. Key to this initiative is the understanding that once sufficiently disassembled, all magic is nullified for individual broom parts (see note below). Residences and institutions alike are likely to house many old brooms that are sturdy, but too slow to be practical. Many consumers of high-quality brooms including professional Quidditch players and Ministry of Magic employees upgrade to new, faster models as soon as they appear on the market. Children quickly outgrow or possibly lose interest in toy brooms. Rather than discarding these old or outdated models as trash, they can be reclaimed and reduced to chippings using various deconstruction spells. The pieces can then be magically compressed and shaped to form new brooms, which can then be distributed at a reduced price, allowing more individuals access to a broomstick that carries the dual advantages of being more affordable and environmentally conscious than its competitors.

Perhaps most importantly, magically recycled parts lend themselves best to creating toy brooms and models targeted towards young children, which are made to be slower and less durable than standard or professional racing brooms. In the process of being introduced to the wonder of flight, children should also understand the importance of respecting the landscapes they fly over. A broom made from recycled parts serves to begin this discussion in a way that is immediate and real, while also fostering a spark of thrill about the possibility that a piece of their new birthday present might have once been flown by someone like Viktor Krum or Ginny Weasley.

Magical objects are infamous for having minds of their own, and a wand's willingness to yield to its chosen wielder vastly constitutes the reason a wizard is able to channel their magic and perform consistent spellwork. The relationship between wand and wizard is meant to last a lifetime, and to compare this to the fleeing acquaintance between broom and wizard, which is often severed when the next upgraded model arrives on the market, seems implausible. However, some individuals insistently report experiencing greater control, and rigorous research has not yet eliminated the possibility of a placebo effect occurring as a result of mere belief that this association exists. Ultimately, flying a broom made from wand wood could result in improved broom control, but only if the rider believes it does.

If I were a broomstick manufacturer I would include a custom order option where one could insert their wand into the very shaft of the broomstick. The broomstick would then partially imprint to the person. Ideally this would act as a lock, preventing unauthorized use. A simple password can be chosen so the owner could sell or lend their broomstick if so desired. In addition to the security feature, it would provide convenient access to one's wand while piloting the broomstick.

Furthermore once their wand was attached a few more customization options would become available. Someone concerned about safety could easily charm their broomstick to have better grip, or increase the shield barrier for any larger persons who may not fit inside the traditional barrier.

Tying into the second question, when adding one's own wand to the broom it would no doubt increase the broom to user chemistry allowing for more personalized flying experience.

Using wand wood absolutely improves one's control over the broomstick, provided their natural alignments are similar. Much like a wand, a broom manufactured from an element that conflicts with a person would be naturally more difficult for that person to learn. If one brand doesn’t fit, try another until you find one that suits you.

2.) Do you believe that using wand woods improves control over a broomstick? Why? I could answer this if I knew what wand woods are. I had to look it up and found this

Mr Ollivander introduces his notes on wand woods thus:"

“Every single wand is unique and will depend for its character on the particular tree and magical creature from which it derives its materials. Moreover, each wand, from the moment it finds its ideal owner, will begin to learn from and teach its human partner. Therefore, the following must be seen as general notes on each of the wood types I like to work with best, and ought not to be taken to describe any individual wand.

Only a minority of trees can produce wand quality wood (just as a minority of humans can produce magic). It takes years of experience to tell which ones have the gift, although the job is made easier if Bowtruckles are found nesting in the leaves, as they never inhabit mundane trees. The following notes on various wand woods should be regarded very much as a starting point, for this is the study of a lifetime, and I continue to learn with every wand I make and match.”

So I think that using wand wood for a broomstick would be a waste of the wood and it should be used for its' proper purpose ... wands.