How much time do you have to see this project?
I’m super excited that you want to see this project but I understand that sometimes we don’t have much time to consume the whole picture, so here you can check with the format that suits you best!
Video Presentation
This is a video record where I present this project with a storytelling process behind it, if you want to see how I tackle this challenge watch this one.
Slide Deck
If you want to check in you own pace the slide deck might be the best option for you, is a similar material that I’ve used in the presentation but more information.
Design the tomorrow, today!
Blueprints for tomorrow is part of the Free Game project!
Free Game is an initiative to help designers to grow their skills and achieve greater things, as the name says is a free collection of resources I'm constantly building to give away to the community and of course to the teams I manage.
When they ask you for a knife, aim for a lightsaber
Blueprints for Tomorrow is a masterclass about how designers can build product visions, develop their creative resources, and build projects with future thinking. Today our market demands designers who can not only supply daily needs but also explore how good the product can be in the future, aligning this with measurement metrics and showcasing skills can help designers to achieve success
The Power of Future Thinking
Future Thinking is a strategic approach that involves envisioning and planning for multiple possible futures to guide current decisions and actions. This approach helps organizations anticipate changes, identify opportunities and threats, and develop strategies that are resilient and adaptive to future uncertainties.
A workshop that I do a lot in order to have everyone participate in building a product vision is the futuring cards.
The primary objective of the futuring cards workshop is to collect ideas and insights from stakeholders to think about the future of a specific topic, industry, or organization. This workshop aims to identify opportunities, challenges, and strategies to navigate potential future scenarios.
Democratizing design processes means involving all stakeholders (including customers, users, and internal teams) in the design process. Including all voices ensures a product that is better aligned with the needs of users and the business, and increases everyone's engagement. As a designer, it is your responsibility to ensure this connection throughout the process.
Selling the Project Internally
Effective Presentations
Internal Pitch: Develop a compelling internal pitch that highlights the benefits and value of the vision project.
Demonstrations and Proof of Concept: Use demonstrations and proofs of concept to show the project’s potential.
Success Stories
Case Studies: Present case studies of other companies that have successfully implemented similar projects.
Tangible Benefits: Focus on tangible benefits, such as increased efficiency, customer satisfaction, and competitive advantage.
Engagement and Feedback
Workshops and Brainstorming Sessions: Organize workshops and brainstorming sessions to involve the team and collect feedback.
Feedback-Based Iteration: Show how feedback is incorporated into the project to demonstrate a collaborative approach.