DU059 – Can UX Specialists exist after Coronavirus?

The Coronavirus has changed the way organisations are thinking about and delivering Design. For many, getting things designed, developed and out the door is a matter of survival. Discovery Research or strategic UX work seems to be on the back burner for now, in favour of tactical approaches. How can UX and Research specialists fit into this new world?

DU059 - Can UX Specialists Exist After Coronavirus
Season 0 - Getting Untangled
Season 0 - Getting Untangled
DU059 - Can UX Specialists exist after Coronavirus?
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The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has changed the way organisations are thinking about and delivering Design. For many, getting things designed, developed and out the door is a matter of survival. Discovery Research or strategic UX work seems to be on the back burner for now, in favour of tactical approaches.

Chris and Carla talk about the changes they have seen in industry hiring. They discuss:

  • How can UX and Research specialists fit into this new world?
  • What risks are there to focussing on Product Design?
  • What vegetables is Chris growing?
  • How can Product Designers step outside of their day to day to look at the big picture?

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