How Remote Work Changes Design Thinking

These flashcards cover the key concepts related to how remote work impacts the design thinking process, including definitions of phases, thinking styles, and tools used.

Design Thinking

A powerful method for understanding customer needs and developing new solutions. It emphasizes user experience.

Empathize Phase

The phase in design thinking focused on understanding user needs and gathering insights.

Prototype Phase

The phase where tangible representations of ideas are created and tested for viability.

Convergent Thinking

A linear, structured thought process often used in defining challenges and testing solutions.

Divergent Thinking

A non-linear, spontaneous thought process used in empathizing and ideating.

Virtual Design Tools

Digital tools used in design thinking to facilitate collaboration and insights in remote settings.

Hybrid Work

A work model that combines remote and onsite interactions.

User Experience

The overall experience that a user has when interacting with a product or service, crucial in design thinking.

Physical Prototypes

Tangible models created to visualize and test ideas in the prototype phase.

Observational Workshops

Sessions held in users' environments to facilitate understanding of their needs and behaviors.