A conductor, seen from behind, raises their arms to lead an orchestra during a live concert. The orchestra includes violinists and other musicians, seated and playing attentively. The image is in black and white, with a spotlight emphasizing the conductor and musicians, while a full audience watches in the dimly lit background.
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Crafting Clarity: The Design Leadership Playbook

ByGrant Baker

This is the first article in a series on Design Leadership. Here, we discuss the importance of design leadership, emphasizing that it extends beyond simply completing assignments. Designers are encouraged to shift their mindset toward strategic thinking, clarity, and collaborative problem-solving. By understanding their value and driving meaningful outcomes, designers can enhance their roles and contribute significantly to their organizations’ success.

Conceptual Models describe how the product fits together

ByGrant Baker

“Modern software processes have mastered the art of making, but not the art of understanding,” says Daniel O’Neil. To get at the understanding, he suggests using a conceptual model. The purpose of these is to help everyone on the product team understand the true intent behind the product. It supports requirements through communicating a conceptual…