Dynagrams: Enhancing design thinking through dynamic diagrams
Journal
Design Studies
ISSN-Digital
0142-694X
Type
journal article
Date Issued
2016-11
Author(s)
Eppler, Martin J.
;
Kernbach, Sebastian
Abstract (De)
Design thinking relies on visual tools for its divergent and convergent collaborative tasks. Many tools are paper-based compilation devices, such as empathy maps. We argue that visual methods can offer more than just information synthesis. We adapt three existing dynamic diagrams and use them in combination to support design thinking teams in prototyping activities. These so-called dynagrams enable teams to deal with greater levels of complexity than typical visual design thinking tools can afford. Specifically, we present the Roper dynagrams for greater client focus, the Sankey dynagrams for idea and target matching, and the Confluence dynagrams for prototype-feature analysis. We report from application experiences with these techniques and describe how to use these and similar tools in design thinking contexts.
Language
English
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Publisher
Elsevier
Number
47
Start page
91
End page
117
Subject(s)
Eprints ID
259699