In an era where technology is rapidly advancing, it is tempting to view it as a universal remedy for a myriad of challenges. However, while technology has immense potential, it cannot solve problems by itself. The effectiveness of technology as a solution is influenced by several critical factors which could be overlooked by those adopting them. To harness the full potential of technology, it is crucial to consider these factors carefully. This article delves into these factors and examines how Design Thinking could serve as a better prerequisite than simply introducing technology. Cons ..read more

What do Design Thinking and boxing have in common? Surprisingly, more than you might think. As an Experience designer who has been boxing recreationally for the past two and a half years, I have discovered surprising parallels between these seemingly unrelated practices. In this article, I will share 3 key principles from boxing that have refined my approach to Design Thinking and my daily life.   Slow down to move fast When watching boxing videos on social media, we usually see boxers executing long combinations with agility and fluidity. These videos are captivating to watch and sp ..read more

Running a business is widely recognized as challenging, with the average startup lasting only about five years. While starting a business might seem straightforward, maintaining it proves to be the true test, a reality faced even by large multinational corporations. Consider this: nearly 90% of the companies on the 1955 Fortune 500 list have either gone bankrupt, merged, been acquired, or dropped out of the rankings. However, the few companies that have retained their Fortune 500 status for the past 69 years showcase how design thinking and innovation are crucial for business growth. Th ..read more

ESC, the leading sustainability consultancy in Asia, and Design Sojourn, a renowned design thinking and innovation consultancy, have partnered to launch the Innovating for Sustainability Programme (ISP). This new programme aims to help Singaporean companies capture new innovative business opportunities and enhance their capabilities in addressing the growing consumer need for sustainable products and services. The Innovating for Sustainability Programme is a unique opportunity for Singaporean companies to enhance their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. With funding support ..read more

  I was honoured to be invited last Friday (4th Nov 2022) to speak at the Singapore Fintech Festival’s Talent Pavilion organised by our partner WSG (Workforce Singapore). I shared why Fintech needs Design. But before I get into that, let me share a few of my observations of the festival and my thoughts about Fintech in general.   Walking through all 6 halls of tech goodness, you could feel the buzz. Indeed there was a lot of hype for this festival, the first since the country reopened after COVID. However looking past the glam and glitter, there are a lot of problems.  Many of ..read more

I am honoured to be invited by Shih Chien University College of Design to give a keynote speech during their Lens International Design Conference 2022 on January 7th 2022.   In the conference The Lens, design is interpreted as a multi-perspective lens that transforms all elements in our daily lives in the past, present, and future into multiple possibilities.  At the same time, it reflects our hopes, fears, desires, anxieties, beliefs, and values that entangled in our minds.  Like the rebirth of light after refracted, design continuously records, interprets, and transform ..read more

  If you have been working from home the past year or so, you are not alone!   As you know, since the Covid-19 pandemic erupted, remote working has started to become a norm (due to safe management measures to mitigate the risk of wide-spreading the virus). You may have (subconsciously) noticed:   Office laptops replacing desktops. The importance of having a dedicated workspace. The importance of a decent WIFI internet connectivity at home. The surge in remote communication tools being used (i.e. Zoom, Teams, Slack etc.). The lines between work and rest is blurred. (The ..read more

    Design Sojourn is a Design Led Innovation Consultancy that loves to inspire, impact and create better lives. We are currently looking for smart, dynamic, self-motivated Junior Experience Designers with strong verbal/written communication skills and a natural inclination in getting things done well. Fresh graduates, this is one for you!  Design Sojourn is known for its nurturing environment and a strong growth mindset culture.  Therefore, it is important to us that our fresh graduates have the right mindset and values.  IRL design work is tough.  Doing good de ..read more

Design Sojourn is a proven Design Led Innovation Consultancy passionate in radically transforming lives.  We are growing our team in 2021! We are currently looking for smart, dynamic, self-motivated Experience Designers with a strong background in ethnographic design research, experience in designing multiple touch-points, and bringing ideas to market.  A Design Thinker with strong verbal/written communications skills and loves getting things done is an advantage. Design Sojourn is well known in the industry for its nurturing and pro-training culture, therefore a candidate with ..read more

Did Apple just disrupt Healthcare?  More specifically, Health Tech? I would say Healthcare is one of those industries ripe for innovation disruption.  It is a mature industry lead by large slow-moving organisations, that have been around forever.  They have built their equivalent of the Great Wall of China to protect their R&D innovations, inventions, and products. Building an innovative solution for healthcare is not easy.  Reasons for innovation failure include not articulating your value proposition well and being unable to convince stakeholders (clinicians, healt ..read more