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The design thinking toolbox [electronic book] : a guide to mastering the most popular and valuable innovation methods / Michael Lewrick, Patrick Link and Larry Leifer.

By: Lewrick, Michael [author].
Contributor(s): Link, Patrick, 1968- [author] | Leifer, Larry J [author].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2020]Copyright date: ©2020Description: online resource (309 pages) : color illustrations.Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781119629214 (eBook); 9781119629191 (paperback).Subject(s): Problem solving | Creative thinking | Project management | Creative ability in technology | Creative ability in businessAdditional physical formats: Print version: The design thinking toolbox : a guide to mastering the most popular and valuable innovation methodsDDC classification: 658.4094 Online resources: Access eBook Also available in print form.
Contents:
The global survey -- What is design thinking? -- Quick start -- The toolbox -- Warm-ups that fit the setting -- Phase: understand -- Phase: observe -- Phase: define point of view -- Phase: ideate -- Phase: prototype -- Phase: test -- Phase: reflect -- Applications.
Summary: "Encyclopedia of Design Thinking Tools explains the most important tools and methods over the Design Thinking cycle. Based on the largest international survey on the use of Design Thinking Tools and Methods, the most popular methods are described on four pages each, by an expert from the Design Thinking community. Simple instructions, expert tips, templates and images of the application make the Encyclopedia valuable reading, especially for Design Thinking beginners. It is suitable for design thinkers who want to quickly and comprehensively familiarize themselves with the tools and try out new tools. It helps readers with: selecting the right tools and finding new tools planning training/workshops on design thinking practical application tips This is an encyclopedia that is the perfect complement to the bestselling, The Design Thinking Playbook"-- Provided by publisher.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Status Notes
eBook MTU Online eBook 658.4094 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available CIT Module DESI 6031- Core reading. CIT Module DESI 8018 -Core reading.
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

How to use the Design Thinking Tools

A practical guide to make innovation happen

The Design Thinking Toolbox explains the most important tools and methods to put Design Thinking into action. Based on the largest international survey on the use of design thinking, the most popular methods are described in four pages each by an expert from the global Design Thinking community. If you are involved in innovation, leadership, or design, these are tools you need. Simple instructions, expert tips, templates, and images help you implement each tool or method.

Quickly and comprehensively familiarize yourself with the best design thinking tools Select the appropriate warm-ups, tools, and methods Explore new avenues of thinking Plan the agenda for different design thinking workshops Get practical application tips

The Design Thinking Toolbox help innovators master the early stages of the innovation process. It's the perfect complement to the international bestseller The Design Thinking Playbook .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The global survey -- What is design thinking? -- Quick start -- The toolbox -- Warm-ups that fit the setting -- Phase: understand -- Phase: observe -- Phase: define point of view -- Phase: ideate -- Phase: prototype -- Phase: test -- Phase: reflect -- Applications.

"Encyclopedia of Design Thinking Tools explains the most important tools and methods over the Design Thinking cycle. Based on the largest international survey on the use of Design Thinking Tools and Methods, the most popular methods are described on four pages each, by an expert from the Design Thinking community. Simple instructions, expert tips, templates and images of the application make the Encyclopedia valuable reading, especially for Design Thinking beginners. It is suitable for design thinkers who want to quickly and comprehensively familiarize themselves with the tools and try out new tools. It helps readers with: selecting the right tools and finding new tools planning training/workshops on design thinking practical application tips This is an encyclopedia that is the perfect complement to the bestselling, The Design Thinking Playbook"-- Provided by publisher.

CIT Module DESI 6031- Core reading.

CIT Module DESI 8018 - Core reading

Also available in print form.

Electronic reproduction.: ProQuest LibCentral. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Authors Michael Lewrick , Patrick Link , and Larry Leifer make use of the design thinking methods and tools presented here in their daily work. They teach design thinking at universities and practice design thinking with companies and start-ups. For all three, the design thinking mindset takes center stage in their activities, and The Design Thinking Toolbox supplements this mindset with tools that can be adapted for various scenarios.