Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T15:05:00.886-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:industrial-design Dennis Kappen dkappen885 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10260960357569394329-b4ccc84932f9f0a3027aee33fa9049cf 2009-11-24T05:56:19.745-05:00

(By Nick de la Mare - November 16, 2009) Last week I sat on a panel at swissnex San Francisco, discussing sustainability in business. The panelists represented a wide range of industries, from a start-up software entrepreneur to a leadership expert at a major grocery chain and a research scientist from a global food producer; each had a story to tell about their field and the conversation was lively. As the lone designer in the bunch, however, I often felt like I was speaking a different language.

(By Nick de la Mare - November 16, 2009) Last week I sat on a panel at swissnex San Francisco, discussing sustainability in business. The panelists represented a wide range of industries, from a start-up software entrepreneur to a leadership expert at a major grocery chain and a research scientist from a global food producer; each had a story to tell about their field and the conversation was lively. As the lone designer in the bunch, however, I often felt like I was speaking a different language. http://designmind.frogdesign.com/blog/the-question-of-sustainability.html Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14866212460332603577-ce5ce1aa6b55fca8afedb7adc558bf03 2009-11-24T03:14:07.962-05:00

There are lots of great stories about people who’ve failed during their journeys toward eventual success. Whose story motivates you to overcome the odds?

There are lots of great stories about people who’ve failed during their journeys toward eventual success. Whose story motivates you to overcome the odds? http://www.productdesignhub.com/articles/36-tips-a-advices/99-failsafe-the-one-thing-design-students-are-missing Waikit Chung wchung180 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3985594921085372048-43d4d8d6461b3a5bd8b411dd94a72fc7 2009-11-23T19:49:45.457-05:00

The usual reference to a product’s usability is to its efficiency of use, learnability and satisfaction. With the current development of economy and technology, usability testing of a certain product in China has been developed recently based on the...

The usual reference to a product’s usability is to its efficiency of use, learnability and satisfaction. With the current development of economy and technology, usability testing of a certain product in China has been developed recently based on the... http://www.uigarden.net/english/products-usability-testing-in-china Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3172961901542875473-4972b9143620e4441fdfcd22fa4d9a30 2009-11-21T19:52:47.522-05:00

World Design Capital 2012 The World Design Capital is a biennial designation given to a city based on its achievements and commitment to design as an effective tool for social, cultural and economic progress. The winner will be announced on...

World Design Capital 2012 The World Design Capital is a biennial designation given to a city based on its achievements and commitment to design as an effective tool for social, cultural and economic progress. The winner will be announced on... http://www.dexigner.com/product/news-g19283.html Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1144701428059177242-327a4549fa8d9a5b1c7901a9d6be9740 2009-11-20T02:08:42.440-05:00

I do not presume these following principles to be all-inclusive or ultimately authoritative; rather, it is my hope that they are received as an anecdotal summation of my findings that might then spark and contribute to the larger conversation and consensus-building process.

I do not presume these following principles to be all-inclusive or ultimately authoritative; rather, it is my hope that they are received as an anecdotal summation of my findings that might then spark and contribute to the larger conversation and consensus-building process. http://www.boxesandarrows.com/view/four-key-principles Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2491210189784242056-ca4e07f83aa5a84ef654eb7f73add867 2009-11-20T02:13:27.004-05:00

I'm a frequent Costco shopper—buying things in bulk just makes sense for a growing family. Every trip has the same ritual to it; find the things we need, avoid the things we don't, try lots of samples (a.k.a. lunch) and then... wait in the enormous lines. Many people dread going to Costco solely because of the long lines. I would hazard to guess that this is one of the biggest friction points in their customer experience.

I'm a frequent Costco shopper—buying things in bulk just makes sense for a growing family. Every trip has the same ritual to it; find the things we need, avoid the things we don't, try lots of samples (a.k.a. lunch) and then... wait in the enormous lines. Many people dread going to Costco solely because of the long lines. I would hazard to guess that this is one of the biggest friction points in their customer experience. http://www.cooper.com/journal/2009/11/the_barcode_hunt.html Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6849488978417200583-a05333701a6c024e847dc7a7211b4ef5 2009-11-20T02:39:59.633-05:00

Timeless by Boym Partners Nov. 4-Nov. 14, 2009

Timeless by Boym Partners Nov. 4-Nov. 14, 2009 http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/renault_launches_website_on_sustainable_mobility_15165.asp Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16765788074849803887-1aca2ab9adc7cf867d8b95750cf9e055 2009-03-28T05:26:19.693-04:00

Here are 5 areas in which you can make sure you'll be prepared professionally. This article won't guarantee you'll get a job and become wildly successful but it will help you leverage your way to better opportunities.

Here are 5 areas in which you can make sure you'll be prepared professionally. This article won't guarantee you'll get a job and become wildly successful but it will help you leverage your way to better opportunities. http://www.productdesignhub.com/articles/35-design-insights/39-5-successful-practices-for-new-grads Waikit Chung wchung180 943 943 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18345872816105192283-628c0f22b533315e8ec73daf7578fa40 2009-11-07T03:45:44.332-05:00

What's Thwarting American Innovation? Too Much Science, Says Roger Martin BY Linda TischlerWed Nov 4, 2009 at 3:18 PM By pushing the principles of scientific management too far, corporations are short-circuiting their own futures, says the...

What's Thwarting American Innovation? Too Much Science, Says Roger Martin BY Linda TischlerWed Nov 4, 2009 at 3:18 PM By pushing the principles of scientific management too far, corporations are short-circuiting their own futures, says the... http://www.fastcompany.com/blog/linda-tischler/design-times/whats-thwarting-american-innovation-too-much-science-says-roger-mar?partner=homepage_newsletter Robert Brands rbrands825 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15088015479982411205-0757f6618474604677fe7cf036520cb9 2009-03-18T01:12:44.063-04:00

There are a few things you should know about specifications that influence the performance of your 2D graphic or 3D CAD software. For most designers it is important that they can create and manipulate graphics or 3D model renderings as fast as possible.

There are a few things you should know about specifications that influence the performance of your 2D graphic or 3D CAD software. For most designers it is important that they can create and manipulate graphics or 3D model renderings as fast as possible. http://www.productdesignhub.com/articles/31-product-design-forums-picks/26-what-a-designer-should-know-when-buying-a-desktop-pc-or-laptop Waikit Chung wchung180 218 218 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9036498498592788739-a26d4f13ce195bcfa84ceab5b93ddf12 2009-10-26T16:27:36.480-04:00

The name FYi Design may not be the most prominent name in the realm of performance outdoor gear but behind the scenes lies company founder Tom Routh, who has had an integral part in the realm of performance technical outerwear. With his beginnings...

The name FYi Design may not be the most prominent name in the realm of performance outdoor gear but behind the scenes lies company founder Tom Routh, who has had an integral part in the realm of performance technical outerwear. With his beginnings... http://hypebeast.com/2009/10/root-innovation-tom-routh-fyi-design/#gn Robert Brands rbrands825 7 6 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15435845460913813760-4181bbef31a46a63a6b151b88d73820f 2009-03-24T14:37:51.999-04:00

Promoted as the "in" word in design circles in recent years, 'innovation' has become a mantra devoid of meaning. Glorified by the likes of Bruce Nussbaum of BusinessWeek and David Kelly of IDEO, "innovation" blurs the boundaries between the worlds...

Promoted as the "in" word in design circles in recent years, 'innovation' has become a mantra devoid of meaning. Glorified by the likes of Bruce Nussbaum of BusinessWeek and David Kelly of IDEO, "innovation" blurs the boundaries between the worlds... http://www.fastcompany.com/blog/gadi-amit/new-deal/just-say-no-innovation Michael Arndt marndt561 156 155 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12974612782911817046-b8fe01361ac2ae1ae6b4a49093b4f1f7 2009-10-31T07:52:49.283-04:00

Deliver or else

Deliver or else http://blogs.gartner.com/mark_mcdonald/2009/10/30/a-blow-for-innovation-advocates/ Robert Brands rbrands825 3 2 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18265110979983515531-0eaa946b39ce08d754b78e1012c05b09 2009-10-21T23:12:01.886-04:00

The most cost effective form of advertising your business is signage

The most cost effective form of advertising your business is signage http://www.dddsigns.com/topten.htm michelle que mque672 5 4 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2997005358602939466-7d240294ec68b920ea777b6957565810 2009-04-07T23:36:53.258-04:00

AT first it seemed like just another prank: Volvo announced Wednesday — April 1 — that Peter Horbury, its design director from 1991 to 2002, would return to the company as vice president for design. But this unusual move was no April Fool’s gag.

AT first it seemed like just another prank: Volvo announced Wednesday — April 1 — that Peter Horbury, its design director from 1991 to 2002, would return to the company as vice president for design. But this unusual move was no April Fool’s gag. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/05/automobiles/05DESIGN.html?nl=wheels&emc=wheelsa2 Mary S. Butler mbutler535 100 100 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4731246568030912024-748c0c9394d0196cfd1e1776b1c44ac5 2009-10-20T17:56:35.226-04:00

Robert's Rules Of Innovation / Blog article: Environment for Innovation Experimentation + Risk (+ Failure) = Improved Environment for Innovation Thomas Alva Edison was a failure. It has been said that he...

Robert's Rules Of Innovation / Blog article: Environment for Innovation Experimentation + Risk (+ Failure) = Improved Environment for Innovation Thomas Alva Edison was a failure. It has been said that he... http://www.innovationcoach.com/experimentation-risk-failure-improved-environment-for-innovation/ Robert Brands rbrands825 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4882635522585561837-d2bc2959392c2f897b9705220face16b 2009-10-20T06:17:55.432-04:00

Focus on needs

Focus on needs http://www.mediapost.com/publications/?fa=Articles.showArticle&art_aid=115671 Robert Brands rbrands825 3 2 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13774069211575721893-8d10b2d260a15aa69e929da01239b09b 2009-10-18T11:28:19.038-04:00

“Because the purpose of business is to create a customer, the business enterprise has two–and only two–basic functions: marketing and innovation. Marketing and innovation produce results; all the rest are costs. Marketing is the distinguishing,...

“Because the purpose of business is to create a customer, the business enterprise has two–and only two–basic functions: marketing and innovation. Marketing and innovation produce results; all the rest are costs. Marketing is the distinguishing,... http://www.thenextwave.biz/tnw/?p=781 Robert Brands rbrands825 5 3 0 2 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4199352173304128562-6e924c7dd2b6e9e772bdb28e927ad6f1 2009-04-23T12:27:26.340-04:00

'How do you design?' is the title of a 149 page free PDF book written by Hugh Dubberly, who is a design planner and teacher and also running his own design consultancy 'Dubberly'. The book is a great collection of more than 100 descriptions and visualizations of design and development processes, from architecture, industrial design (IDEO's design process is described), mechanical engineering, quality management and software development.

'How do you design?' is the title of a 149 page free PDF book written by Hugh Dubberly, who is a design planner and teacher and also running his own design consultancy 'Dubberly'. The book is a great collection of more than 100 descriptions and visualizations of design and development processes, from architecture, industrial design (IDEO's design process is described), mechanical engineering, quality management and software development. http://www.productdesignhub.com/articles/35-design-insights/55-how-do-you-design Waikit Chung wchung180 74 73 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4409428912321177576-e0bad5e54c5a2eb7f3f40d4565fe719e 2009-03-31T01:06:16.463-04:00

In Fall 2008, Canesta approached Kicker Studio to create a demonstration of their latest camera technology for the Consumer Electronics Show 2009. The prototype was to be of an entertainment center controlled by gestures alone, and powered, of course, by a Canesta camera.

In Fall 2008, Canesta approached Kicker Studio to create a demonstration of their latest camera technology for the Consumer Electronics Show 2009. The prototype was to be of an entertainment center controlled by gestures alone, and powered, of course, by a Canesta camera. http://www.kickerstudio.com/blog/2009/03/case-study-gestural-entertainment-center-for-canesta/ Dan Saffer dsaffer559 72 72 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13406056725592504329-949549f8649a72787ffe4d408ad6e739 2009-03-22T18:03:50.314-04:00

Photo and music sharing predate Web 2.0 and the Internet - just look to the products of 1970s...

Photo and music sharing predate Web 2.0 and the Internet - just look to the products of 1970s... http://www.designingforhumans.com/idsa/2009/03/precursors-products-that-foreshadowed-web-20.html Rob Tannen, PhD rtannenphd985 68 68 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4239075689994113987-4ab17d6a56594f641abe0373e73bd1f6 2009-03-06T13:38:02.335-05:00

Beware the gorilla arm when designing gestural interfaces!

Beware the gorilla arm when designing gestural interfaces! http://www.kickerstudio.com/blog/2009/02/gorilla-arm/ Dan Saffer dsaffer559 68 68 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2753068047197496957-31637530422b85d0e3f2e030086220fa 2009-01-09T06:38:00.000-05:00

JOB TITLE: Industrial Design Intern ... DURATION: 6-12 months. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Working as part of a team, you will create and develop...

JOB TITLE: Industrial Design Intern ... DURATION: 6-12 months. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Working as part of a team, you will create and develop... http://www.productdesignforums.com/index.php?showtopic=10214 101 101 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17024099439873660494-b741e5e69184f4f65b606d3ec2d4d111 2009-10-19T11:11:48.407-04:00

Innovation is an experiment of sorts. It requires a culture of risk, opportunity and challenge. Moreover, for an organization to benefit from innovation, leaders and team members alike must welcome – and grow from – failure.

Innovation is an experiment of sorts. It requires a culture of risk, opportunity and challenge. Moreover, for an organization to benefit from innovation, leaders and team members alike must welcome – and grow from – failure. http://www.robertsrulesofinnovation.com/blogs/no-risk-no-innovation-blogs/experimentation-risk-failure-improved-environment-for-innovation.html#more-213 Robert Brands rbrands825 3 2 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13106418573380372771-0262c1cf1740a02467aebaa9484c35a5 2009-10-06T20:01:44.703-04:00

By Chris Hawley, USA TODAY TOLUCA, Mexico — Speed bumps are so common here that residents sometimes decorate them for the holidays, painting "Happy New Year" or "Happy Independence Day." One rock band, The Sam-Sam, even has dedicated a song to them.

By Chris Hawley, USA TODAY TOLUCA, Mexico — Speed bumps are so common here that residents sometimes decorate them for the holidays, painting "Happy New Year" or "Happy Independence Day." One rock band, The Sam-Sam, even has dedicated a song to them. http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2009-10-05-speedbumps_N.htm Robert Brands rbrands825 4 3 0 1