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Solving Problems with Technology

9 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Smudge is a design, software and business consultancy based in Christchurch, New Zealand. In this audio series, Smudge co-founders Reuben Bijl and Toby Vincent share some of the knowledge and philosophy they’ve built since starting Smudge in 2008.

Chapters 1 to 4 are focused on the philosophical and cultural aspects of solving problems with technology; while chapters 5, 6 and 7 unpack some more practical tips and tricks.

Visit www.smudge.com for more information, or follow us on LinkedIn for regular updates.

Artwork by Make Collective.

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Episodes

Next Steps

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 2 minutes - 2.01 MB

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl wraps up this audio series on solving problems with technology, and recommends some next steps. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj Artwork by Make Collective: www.make.nz

Keeping it Simple

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MB

Smudge co-founder Toby Vincent unpacks the need for simplicity when solving problems with technology. It takes effort and intentionality to design with simplicity but it’s worth it, both for creators and end users. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj The Search for Simplicity: www.smud...

Iteration

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 6 minutes - 6.19 MB

The biggest challenges are often solved iteratively, one step at a time. In this chapter we talk about the value of working iteratively, biting off small chunks and learning as you go. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj A Little Goes a Long Way: www.smudge.com/our-approach/a-little-go...

Building Empathy

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Smudge co-founder Toby Vincent explains why developing a deep level of care and understanding for users is an important step towards getting great outcomes with technology. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj Developing Care and Understanding: www.smudge.com/our-approach/developing-car...

Generalists and Specialists

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 7 minutes - 6.55 MB

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl discusses the importance of getting the right blend of generalists and specialists when tackling a technology project. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj A Little Goes a Long Way: www.smudge.com/our-approach/a-little-goes-a-long-way/ Adam Grant TED Talk:...

Culture of Learning

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MB

In this chapter we discuss the importance of creating a culture of learning, and how to encourage your team to confidently express themselves when they’re solving problems with technology. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj A Culture of Learning: www.smudge.com/our-approach/a-culture-...

Balance

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 6 minutes - 6.18 MB

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl discusses the need to balance human, business and technical considerations when solving problems with technology. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Smudge Balance tool: balance.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj The Beauty of Balance: www.smudge.com/our-approach/beauty-of-bala...

Intent

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MB

In this chapter we discuss the importance of anchoring your technology projects in a set of overarching intentions, and how shared intentions can encourage creativity and autonomy in a team setting. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj Guided by Intentions: www.smudge.com/our-approach/g...

Introduction

July 23, 2021 03:14 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MB

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl introduces this audio series on solving problems with technology. Visit our website: www.smudge.com Visit the Smudge store: store.smudge.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/smudge-apps/ Download Balance book on Apple Books: apple.co/36U8gun Download Balance book as an ePub: bit.ly/3Br4jvj IDEO Design Thinking: designthinking.ideo.com Agile Manifesto: agilemanifesto.org Artwork by Make Collective: www.make.nz