All Things Design
All Things Design
Podcast Description
Welcome to "All Things Design"—the podcast that unpacks how design is driving digital transformation. Each episode dives into the crossroads of design, business, and tech, sharing practical insights on how design thinking, UX, and collaboration fuel real change.
Join us as we chat with industry experts on aligning design with business goals, streamlining processes, and igniting innovation. Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or business leader, "All Things Design" delivers actionable takeaways to power your digital transformation and Transformation Experience (TX)
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The podcast covers a variety of topics including UX design, design thinking, digital transformation, and leadership in design. Episode examples include discussions on the role of psychology in UX, building research-driven design teams, and aligning design with business goals, promoting a comprehensive understanding of how design drives success.
Welcome to ”All Things Design”—the podcast that unpacks how design is driving digital transformation. Each episode dives into the crossroads of design, business, and tech, sharing practical insights on how design thinking, UX, and collaboration fuel real change.
Join us as we chat with industry experts on aligning design with business goals, streamlining processes, and igniting innovation. Whether you’re a designer, product manager, or business leader, ”All Things Design” delivers actionable takeaways to power your digital transformation and Transformation Experience (TX)
In this episode, Jakob Nielsen, one of the original pioneers of usability and user-centered design, shares his thoughts on the future of design in the age of AI. With 42 years of experience, Jakob discusses the rapid evolution of design systems, how AI is changing the way we work, and the critical importance of agency in design. He stresses the need for designers to embrace new technologies, evolve with the times, and play an active role in shaping the future of design.
Jakob also dives into the concept of the “pancake effect”—how AI is shrinking teams, boosting productivity, and reshaping hierarchies in the workplace. He warns of the risks of AI denial within the design community and explains why it’s essential for designers to adapt to these technological advancements to stay relevant.
Whether you’re a designer, product leader, or AI enthusiast, this conversation offers invaluable insights on the role of agency in the design process, the importance of keeping up with AI, and how AI will influence design jobs in the future.
Key Themes:
Jakob Nielsen’s journey in design and usability
The evolution of design from mainframes to AI-driven systems
How AI will impact team sizes and productivity
The risks of AI denial and embracing change
The future of design agency in an AI-enabled world
The importance of adapting to AI to stay relevant in design
AI’s role in shaping the future of design careers
Productivity and creativity boosts with AI in design
The shift from command-based to intent-based design with AI
Why AI is not replacing designers but empowering them
Resources:
— Connect with Jakob Nielsen on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakobnielsenphd/
— Connect with Joe Woodham on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-woodham-torii-uxdesign/
Chapters & Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Jakob Nielsen’s Journey in Design
01:31 – The Early Days: From Mainframes to the Web Revolution
06:58- AI’s Impact on Productivity: The “Pancake” Effect
13:12 – The Future of Design Teams: Efficiency, AI, and Organizational Changes
18:01 – The Evolution of Design: AI’s Impact on Efficiency, Teams, and Tools
28:00 – AI for Career Growth and Shaping the Future of Design
34:10 – Embracing AI, Flattening Hierarchies, and the Role of Agency
38:48 – The Evolving Role of Design and Agency in the Age of AI
42:12 – Jakob’s Vision for the Next 5 to 10 Years in Design
50:09 – Where to Follow Jakob Nielsen and Stay Updated on UX Trends
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