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My innovation journey (so far)

Jeffrey Phillips

A good friend and I were eating lunch, and talking about concerns that there wouldn't be any good or interesting jobs for our kids, because of the usual technology advances - robotics, automation, machine learning and other factors. Now, of course, there is a new buzz phrase - machine learning and/or AI, especially focused on ChatGPT.

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When innovation led to a reversal of fortunes

hackerearth

Many of its outside-the-box experiments—LEGO theme parks, TV shows, clothing, accessories, electronic toys, learning centers, and Harry Potter- and Star Wars-based toys—failed. In 2004, CEO Knudstrop embarked on a back-to-the-basics journey, and went from a loss of $292 million that year to a profit of $117 million in 2005. Learn More.

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Emotional Design with A.C.T. - Part 1

Boxes and Arrows

During the product development process, there is often a disconnect between design, marketing and usability for this very reason. Conclusion In Part 1, we learned that emotion commands attention. Designing Pleasurable Products. London: Taylor & Francis. 7 Desmet, Pieter, R. Designing Emotions. Pieter Desmet.

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