Tag: Design Thinking

How does design thinking apply to cross-functional teams? We’ve spent a fair bit of time here discussing the benefits and reasons why you want to use design thinking in product design. However, little has been said about how it applies to cross-functional teams. Thankfully, this approach benefits from multiple disciplines and specialties collaborating. […]

What does design thinking in practice look like? There has been much talk about its power and efficacy. However, when you peruse the many online resources available, the picture is incomplete. We know it’s a human-centered take on product design, but what does that look like in motion? Design thinking in practice isn’t quite what […]

What are the 5 phases of design thinking? Design thinking is a human-centric approach to product development. However, it operates in five distinct phases when broken down into its core elements. As this is an iterative approach, some phases bear repeating, provided the product hasn’t met its design specifications. So, with that in […]

What design thinking tools are companies using to make the most of their work? Design thinking isn’t a new concept, but it has caught in a big way over the last decade. As such, a whole cottage industry of software and other tools has sprung up to accommodate the needs of teams. Good […]

Which companies do design thinking the best? Design thinking is a relatively new approach to the likes of product delivery. While products are often drummed up with the customer in mind, few approaches consider the customer’s needs before even analyzing the problem and developing a solution. That said, some companies are embracing design […]

What industries benefit the most from design thinking? Design thinking is a growing approach to the entire conceptualization and execution of new products to market. However, despite its increasing popularity, it is better suited for certain industries. Now, that isn’t to say your organization should forego implementing design thinking. It all depends on […]

Is your company leveraging design thinking? There are several different approaches to accomplishing a project or delivering a new product. For some organizations, implementing Lean principles and frequent Kaizen events is the way to go. For others, it might require a comprehensive overhaul of their organization to embrace TQM. Design thinking is similar […]