Max StepanovThe Impact of Generative AI on Racial BiasGenerative AI, encompassing models like ChatGPT, Google’s Bard, and others, has initiated a seismic shift in various domains. However, its…Jan 8, 2024Jan 8, 2024
Max StepanovGaining C-Level Support in Design Management: Engaging Visionaries, Analysts, and GuardiansOne of the primary design managers’ tasks is gaining the support of C-level executives. This is where the art of utilizing stakeholder maps…Jan 12, 2024Jan 12, 2024
Max StepanovDesign Thinking 3.0: A new paradigm in Product Design and Business StrategyDesign Thinking and User-Centered Design have long been heralded as the cornerstones of innovative product development. However, in the…Dec 4, 202313Dec 4, 202313
Max StepanovEnd-of-Year Reporting for UX Designers, how to prepareAs the year draws to a close, UX designers face the critical task of reporting on the performance of their design process and solutions.Dec 16, 2023Dec 16, 2023
Max StepanovIntroduction to Lean UX. Why it’s different from UCDLean UX has emerged as a transformative approach, reshaping how products are conceptualized, developed, and refined.Dec 18, 2023Dec 18, 2023
Max StepanovMeasuring Compliance in Design Thinking 3.0: The Regulatory Compliance RateMeasuring the compliance efficiency of a product developed using Design Thinking 3.0 involves assessing how well the product adheres to…Dec 19, 2023Dec 19, 2023
Max StepanovDesign MBA: Business Resources & Capabilities in Design ManagementIn the multifaceted realm of design management, a focus solely on creativity and aesthetics isn’t enough. The full spectrum involves, as…Oct 3, 2023Oct 3, 2023
Max StepanovHumanized Consulting & Design ManagementIn a rapidly evolving business landscape, conventional consulting frameworks are morphing into more humane, people-centric models…Oct 7, 20231Oct 7, 20231
Max StepanovMaking a strong case for UX Research: A Quick GuideGetting a Buy-In for UX research is often remarkably difficult, or we make it this way?Nov 28, 2023Nov 28, 2023
Max StepanovDesign Systems or Systems of Harm?Design systems have revolutionized UX and product design, however, they can inadvertently perpetuate systemic harm if not inclusively…Nov 30, 2023Nov 30, 2023
Max StepanovNavigating Compliance in Product DesignAs a designer expert, how often do you hear about compliance in digital product design? Do you think about it in your design process?Dec 2, 2023Dec 2, 2023
Max StepanovChallenges of Implementing Design Thinking 3.0While evolution to DT 3.0 offers holistic and sustainable approach, its adoption requires addressing several key obstacles.Dec 4, 2023Dec 4, 2023