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Design Thinking with Depth—Rooted in Design Science Research
Design thinking has become a popular tool for innovation—but when it’s done superficially, it risks delivering vague ideas rather than actionable results.
My training and coaching offer a deeper, more structured approach to design thinking, inspired by the principles of Design Science Research (DSR). I help SME leaders and teams build the skills to solve complex problems, develop effective solutions, and drive real business value—with a mindset that is creative, evidence-based, and results-oriented.
What Makes This Approach Different?
While most design thinking focuses on creativity and ideation, my approach combines that with the rigour, evaluation, and problem-solving discipline found in design science. This helps your team move beyond sticky notes and brainstorms to implement solutions that actually work—because they’ve been designed, tested, and refined for your business context.
- Rooted in real business problems, not abstract challenges
- Structured around outcomes, not just process
- Combines creative ideation with practical evaluation
- Adaptable to your team’s needs, size, and experience level
Who It’s For
These programmes are designed for:
- SME leadership teams looking to build innovation capabilities
- Product or service managers facing complex customer or operational challenges
- Cross-functional teams needing to improve collaboration and structured problem-solving
- Business owners looking to embed a culture of learning and experimentation
What We Cover
Each training or coaching engagement is tailored, but typically includes:
1. Foundations of Design Thinking
- Understanding the mindset and process
- Key concepts: empathy, prototyping, testing
- What design thinking means for SMEs
2. Applying Design Science Principles
- Defining business problems with precision
- Structuring solutions and linking them to evidence
- Evaluating and refining ideas before scaling
3. Practical Tools & Team-Based Exercises
- Guided exercises in problem framing, ideation, and validation
- Templates and toolkits for ongoing use
- Real-world case examples from your industry
4. Coaching for Real Impact
- One-on-one or small team coaching sessions
- Support for applying what you learn to current business challenges
- Follow-up reviews to track progress and course-correct as needed
Delivery Options
I offer a range of formats, including:
- Half-day or full-day workshops (on-site or virtual)
- Multi-session programmes spread over several weeks
- Executive coaching for SME leaders
- Team-based coaching to support specific innovation projects
All sessions are designed to fit your time, budget, and team availability.
The Result? Innovation That Works.
Participants leave with more than just ideas—they gain a repeatable, scalable process for turning problems into tested, viable solutions. Whether you’re looking to improve internal processes, explore new markets, or develop more resilient strategies, this training equips your team to lead with creativity and discipline.
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