Drivers and barriers for design and designers in interdisciplinary product development – a literature-based conceptual model

Abstract Design is associated with many benefits for businesses, ranging from successful products and brands to greater economic success. However, companies still have difficulties in unlocking the potential of design. This publication develops a literature-based conceptual model that outlines neces...

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Published inProceedings of the Design Society Vol. 4; pp. 353 - 362
Main Authors Stoehr, Bernd, Koldewey, Christian, Dumitrescu, Roman
Format Journal Article Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published Cambridge Cambridge University Press 01.05.2024
Subjects
Causality
Collaboration
Designers
Industrial design
Interdisciplinary aspects
Keywords
Product design
Product development
Success
Usability
User experience
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Summary:Abstract Design is associated with many benefits for businesses, ranging from successful products and brands to greater economic success. However, companies still have difficulties in unlocking the potential of design. This publication develops a literature-based conceptual model that outlines necessary organizational factors and their interrelation to create an environment for design and designers to thrive. At the same time, it explains why companies are having difficulties in leveraging the benefits of design. Further research directions are derived to strengthen the role of design and designers.
ISSN:2732-527X
2732-527X
DOI:10.1017/pds.2024.38