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Reuse: a Creative Use of Systems Thinking
Why do systems engineers resist reuse when Picasso himself created art by reusing old bicycle parts? Can we too view reuse in a positive way?
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Is Fashion a User Need?
Given the prevalence of fashion in many times and places, I conclude that it is indeed a user need. Like other emotional user needs, systems engineers must take it seriously during the design process.
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The Ephemeral and Enduring
Analyzing my experience developing requirements, I identify the skills I acquired and categorize them as ephemeral or enduring.
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Working with the Worlds of the Workplace
Your workplace may contain many worlds, including management, sales, testing, manufacturing. Learn to work effectively with the worlds outside of your specialty.
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Doing and Not Doing
The creative life cycle includes both Doing and Not Doing. Don’t overlook Not Doing! It can be the key to the successful completion of your task.
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Leading a Design Meeting
Leading a design meeting is a skill that you can cultivate. Here are some best practices that I have found useful.