Aalto DFApplying design thinking in non-design organisations requires a change in mindset, which is easier said than done. Buying into the logic of the iterative approach requires fluctuating between divergent and convergent thinking, and this can be a struggle for people accustomed to a more linear approach.
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Upcoming research insights
Joel 03/04/2018Upcoming research insightsUpcoming research talks at the Design Factory: Mikko Illi on better sales processes on 9.4. and Antti Surma-aho on developing empathy and innovation attitudes through project-based courses on 23.4. Come and ask us some good questions! Full post -
Rat Relay for Global Good March 2018
Joel 05/03/2018Rat Relay for Global Good March 2018Want to try out design thinking? Work in a multidisciplinary team and collaborate globally? Then this 36-hour hackathon is for you! Full post -
DF book launch and DFGN celebrationOn the brink of the Finnish Independence Day on the 5th of December, we (Aalto Design Factory & the global network) celebrated the launch of the new Passion-based co-creation -book and the growing DF global network.
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How to start using more visual cues in your work and tune into your creative side
Maria Mikkonen 08/12/2017How to start using more visual cues in your work and tune into your creative sideAt best, visuals can help covey a message more effectively, build empathy and help to get everyone on the same page in a project. But how to get started? These few tips will help you get tuned into your creative side and help you to incorporate more visuals into your everyday work.
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Should there be a method to the madness?We at Design Factory get frequently asked about what is our method. There seems to be a strong assumption that there is a “DF method” that can be summarized in a few clear steps. Our answer – that there isn’t one – seems often to be met with surprise, confusion or even disappointment. So why do we not have a clear-cut method or process… and should we?
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Kalevi “Eetu” Ekman DF Director & PDP Professor
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Martti Jerkku Project Manager
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Vesa “Vesku” Saarijärvi Practicalities
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Anna Rekola Communications & Events
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+358 50 5128785
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