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Reade Harpham | Flat Org Structures, Communicating with Engineers & Philanthropic Design

Being an Engineer

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Designing for Humanity: The Journey of User-Centric Innovation

This chapter chronicles an individual's evolution from childhood fascination with model building influenced by Star Wars to a professional career in industrial design. It emphasizes the crucial integration of user feedback in the technology development process, highlighting challenges and best practices for effective collaboration between design teams and engineers. Through engaging anecdotes and insights from their time at a nonprofit research organization, the chapter illustrates the delicate balance between innovation and addressing real-world user needs, particularly in the healthcare sector.

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