{"id":70,"date":"2018-10-03T00:39:57","date_gmt":"2018-10-02T16:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dsignhk.stg.jiralog.com\/?p=70"},"modified":"2021-04-22T18:43:14","modified_gmt":"2021-04-22T10:43:14","slug":"how-can-design-thinking-solve-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dsignhk.stg.jiralog.com\/?p=70","title":{"rendered":"How Can Design Thinking Solve Problems?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How Can Design Thinking S<\/span><\/strong>olve Problems?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\n \r\n\r\n\"\"<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe concept of Design Thinking is often proposed by service providers. In fact, design thinking can be applied to design or product design, as well as our daily life in order to provide more creative solutions. <\/span>So, design thinking is a mode of thinking.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhat\u2019s special of it is that it combines various perspectives: environment, ease of use, problem-solving, etc. It also cares about the level of creativity in problem-solving. Does it have insight into the overall concept? Is the proposed solution creative? <\/span>Another saying is that design thinking is people-oriented. The design has to consider the needs of users and their behavior. In another word, be user-friendly. The fundamental of these designs is for commercialization, popularization, rather than for the purpose of aesthetic or artistic only.<\/span>\r\n\r\nDesign thinking is a kind of creative thinking. As it is diversified, resulting in a win-win situation, which is a perfect balance between people, design, and environment. <\/span>Sometimes the steps and sequence may change due to the difference between purpose and targets. In fact, design thinking, like creative thinking, does not have certain rules.\u00a0<\/span>Learning creative thinking or design thinking should not be too rigid about the tool itself. It may limit us from producing good ideas. Having basic knowledge is essential, however, we must remember that the tools have their limitations. When we are able to integrate them, we should develop our own new tools.<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn general, the steps of design thinking include nine steps: problem study, definition, research, concept formation, prototype formation, selection, introduction, learning, and modification. These nine steps are also the basic processes that Project Works Group places in the curriculum.\u00a0<\/span>Bear in mind that these steps are not always in a fixed order. In addition to these steps, one often uses tools, regular researches, brainstorming, travel, visits, or inspections to training himself\/ herself.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\"\"<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Thinking steps<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Step 1: Problem Study<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAsking the right questions is important. You should clearly understand what kind of problem you have to solve. For example, building a building requires to design not only cement, bricks, but also lighting, temperature, lines, functions, and so on. So we must first clarify the problem at the beginning.<\/span>\r\n\r\nObservation is needed to solve the problem. The environment, usage habits, materials, time, climate, will often complex the problem. Thus, we will require different expertise to join together to tackle the issues. At this stage, we have to clarify:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is our problem?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is the meaning of it?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is the rationale behind the problem?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is the expected result?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is the value of solving this problem?<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 2: Definition<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to clarify:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Identify the problem<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Who is the target?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Segment the goals to be achieved and prioritize them<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What are the key success factors?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What is the core value?<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 3: Research<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Confirm the needs of users (not only the request of the client)<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Identify the users\u2019 need for this design<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Brainstorm to start your idea<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Collect considerable opinions (do not sort the ideas as there are no good or bad at this stage)<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Do not criticize ideas<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 5: Prototype Formation<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Expand ideas, diverge with various possibilities<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Classify and refine the ideas to produce the right solution<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Combine ideas and form preliminary models<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Explain to a different audience and seek their opinions<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Choose an idea that everyone is satisfied with<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Explain the best way to the client and explain the reasons behind it<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Examine your work in a neutral perspective<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Use various ways to make models, animations<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 6: Selection<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Look at the project from a third party perspective<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 What will the project look like, and who will benefit from it? How to benefit? Who will be harmed? Is there a solution? Is there a way to avoid it?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Add more five senses into the design<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Find someone to play the role of the opponent in the team<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Consider the feasibility of existing resources<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Is there any prior communication needed?<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 The simplest, labor-saving, time-saving, and money-saving solution is not necessarily the best solution<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 7: Introduction<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Create maps and manuals<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Make a task list<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Identify resources<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Allocate tasks<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Manage risk<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Perform tasks<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u2022 Transfer of operation rights<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 8: Learning<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Use counters, detectors, video recorders to record usage<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Collect feedback data from users<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Confirm whether the solution has achieved the desired effect<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Measure the operational status, collect information, establish original samples<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Take pictures, record, make history files<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Step 9: Modification<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAt this stage, we have to:<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Arrange monitoring groups to monitor project operations regularly<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Fine-tune the task<\/span>\r\n\r\n \u2022 Record all processes and continue to manage<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Design Thinking and Creative Thinking<\/span><\/h2>\r\nDesign thinking emphasizes on people-oriented. While creative thinking focuses on how to break through the framework.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe curriculum of design thinking has several features, such as the process of thinking, the application of thinking tools, how to focus on users, how to balance humanistic concepts, and how to have a self-destructive innovation.<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n

Recommended reading<\/span><\/h2>\r\n1. IDEO CEO and President Tim Brown Blog on Design Thinking: http:\/\/designthinking.ideo.com<\/a><\/span>\r\n\r\n2. Tim Brown’s Ted Talk: \u201cDesigners think big!\u201d https:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/tim_brown_urges_designers_to_think_big?language=en<\/a><\/span>\r\n\r\n3. Documentary: Design and Thinking: http:\/\/www.designthinkingmovie.com\/index_ch.html<\/a><\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPicture from internet<\/span>\r\n\r\nEdited and translated by DSIGN<\/a> Team<\/span>\r\n\r\nReference: http:\/\/design-thinking.projectworksgroup.com\/2013\/04\/blog-post_29.html <\/span>\r\n\r\nFor cooperation, please contact: info@dsignhk.stg.jiralog.com<\/span>
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