Are you networked as a leader or an organization? A networked organization is one where the ability to succeed at the mission of the organization is strategically dependent upon others, by design. This is not the same as having networks (as in being part of a market or field), community (which can be networked, but […]
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When we work with clients, partners, and students who are unfamiliar with design, we often start with asking two questions. These two questions — when thoughtfully considered — can serve as the basis for designing the best possible products, services, and policies. To use a phrase often attributed to Albert Einstein (which is believed to
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The importance of measuring design impact is emphasized, questioning the value of unmeasured outcomes. The Design Council promotes systematic evaluation of design’s worth, especially in health and social sectors. Designers must tread cautiously, acknowledging their influence on systems and communities, and ensuring every design strategy incorporates evaluation for responsible innovation.
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SWOT analysis is a strategic tool developed in the 1960s and 1970s, focusing on Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. While widely adopted in business, it faces criticism for lack of methodological rigor and oversimplification. Despite its limitations, skilled facilitation can enhance its effectiveness in strategy discussions and foresight activities.
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It’s nearly impossible to scan the news without encountering AI. From OpenAI’s Sora bringing filmmaking to anyone with a prompt, to tools that generate documents, podcasts, and reports in seconds, we’re witnessing a fundamental shift in how things get made. But here’s the question that matters for those of us working in health and human
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