Raw Data with Rob Collie Good Design is the Cake, Not the Icing, w/ Brad Weed
Today, special guest, Brad Weed of Interplace waxes philosophical about his and Rob's shared time at Microsoft and we discover where the seeds of ethical capitalism were planted. He is a former designer at Microsoft who worked on every release of Office from 1992-2007 and played a major role in defining and refining the company's design and user research disciplines. He is an incredible entrepreneur with a passion for innovation who may forever be known as the perfector of the Microsoft Ruler.
Brad built upon his work as at Microsoft to become the founder/CEO of Interplace. With the use of the latest IoT technology, Brad's company is committed to developing sustainable transportation solutions that address major global challenges like urban congestion and climate change.
He stops in today to chat about the importance of using IoT technology to create sustainable transportation solutions. Brad's vast experience in design and user research makes him a pioneer in the industry, and his passion for addressing global challenges, like urban congestion and climate change, is second to none. As they delve into the topic, Brad shares his unique perspective on how IoT technology can help change the way we think about transportation and the environment. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation between old friends as they explore their history and the choices they made to find a better path for the future.
Also in this episode:
Kurt DelBene - Will Microsoft muscle rescue Healthcare.gov
Excel is the Most Functional of Programming Languages w/ Simon Peyton Jones
The Cult of the Right Thing - Rob Collie