Design thinking is an approach to problem solving when it comes to software development. By indulging in brainstorming, prototyping, iterations, and testing into the process, assumptions are challenged and perspectives are redefined by the design thinkers. In other words, it is a way to deliver a well-designed product which is powered by innovation. The experts of Cybercraft Company have listed the attributes of design thinking below.
- Ambiguity
Accepting the fact that things will be uncertain and ill-defined when working on a problem and the answers might also be uncertain, unobvious, and unknown. DT works on the wicked problems. In other words, those with no fixed solutions, complicated and uncertain.
- Collaborative
Working together with colleagues and experts from various fields and at almost every stage of the process. To solve the complicated problem, a multi-disciplinary approach is required.
- Constructive
Standing on the giant’s shoulders or developing something from the ideas of others during the ideation process. Instead of putting down or arguing against an idea, build upon it and suggest the possible tweaks and improvisations. In DT it focuses on building solutions with lots of ideas.
- Curiosity
Being naturally driven to ask questions, even when you believe that you are aware of the answers. Being curious also means that the person’s mindset is fresh as a beginner. In DT understanding a problem needs a lot of courage.
- Empathy
An ability to think from someone else’s point of view. In DT, it begins with a deep understanding of customer’s ideas and perspectives.
- Holistic
The ability to see things with a larger picture, and viewing at a problem or a situation from a myriad of angles. In DT, you need to look at the problems with a wide perspective. You need include problems, users, value chains, and distribution channels.
- Iterative
A cycle of feedback loops where the usage of new information can lead to improvisation of ideas in the entire process. In DT, the process is not sequential. But a feedback loop leads to other processes which help in deriving solutions and ideas.
- Non-judgmental
The ability to discuss about ideas with zero judgments expressed or shown towards the ideas or the people. In DT, the decisions and ideas should never be personal.
- Open mindset
Embrace the wild ideas, never jump to the conclusions and adopt an experimental approach. DT is all about exploring ideas, even the wildest ones and trying them out if they work.
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