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

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 May 2024

Bernd Stoehr ,
Christian Koldewey  and
Roman Dumitrescu
Bernd Stoehr*
Affiliation:
Heinz Nixdorf Institute, Paderborn University, Germany
Christian Koldewey
Affiliation:
Heinz Nixdorf Institute, Paderborn University, Germany
Roman Dumitrescu
Affiliation:
Heinz Nixdorf Institute, Paderborn University, Germany
*
bernd.stoehr@hni.uni-paderborn.de

Abstract

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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.

Keywords

collaborative designuser-centred designdesign managementproduct designhuman-centred design
Type
Design Organisation, Collaboration and Management
Information
Proceedings of the Design Society , Volume 4: DESIGN 2024 , May 2024 , pp. 353 - 362
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