Longwave Thinking – Thriving in Complex Systems

Part 3 of 3 exploring three levels of disruption from Design Team to Wider Systems

Introduction

In the final episode of our three-part series, we move beyond organisations to the broader systems that shape them. We discuss the extended cycles of disruption impacting society and business alike. From climate change to economic upheaval, we explore how leaders can adapt to and thrive in a world where uncertainty is the new normal.

Key Takeaways

• Limits vs. Limitless Growth: The clash between systemic sustainability and business incentives.

• Navigating Disruption: Understanding and operating within prolonged instability.

• Complex Systems Thinking: Recognizing interdependencies and building resilience.

• Thriving in Liminality: Shifting mindsets to embrace opportunity amidst constraints.

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Navigating Transformation – Organizational Blind Spots

Part 2 of 3 exploring three levels of disruption from Design Team to Wider Systems

Introduction

In part two of our series, we zoom out to explore transformation at the organisational level. We discuss why businesses often repeat past mistakes, how continuous improvement and transformation intertwine, and the systemic blind spots that hinder meaningful change. If your organization struggles with delivering transformation that sticks, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways

• Beyond Buzzwords: What transformation really means and how it differs from continuous improvement.

• Systemic Failures: Why organizations fail to learn from past transformations.

• Illusions of Control: The ripple effects of isolated decision-making.

• Balancing Acts: The tension between short-term wins and long-term foundations for change.

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Design's Woes Are a Symptom of Larger Business Challenges

Part 1 of 3 exploring three levels of disruption from Design Team to Wider Sytems

Introduction:

In the first episode of this three-part series of Being Liminal, we begin at the team level, exploring why design often feels undervalued within organisations. We unpack how design’s challenges, from production-focused roles to mismatched values, reflect larger organisational struggles. If you’ve ever wondered why design sometimes feels like it’s stuck in a cycle of frustration, this episode is the perfect starting point.

Key Takeaways:

- Shifting Value of Design: Businesses are redefining the value of design, focusing more on production efficiency and less on strategic vision.

- Leadership Changes: High-profile design leaders are leaving traditional roles, signaling shifts in organisational priorities.

- Design as Part of the Production Chain: The integration of design into delivery models reflects a broader trend of aligning design efforts with measurable business outcomes.

- Value Communication Gaps: Misaligned language and expectations between design teams and other business functions, especially around Values and what constitutes Value - exacerbate challenges.

- A New Role for Designers: Designers must adapt by understanding business priorities and collaborating more effectively across disciplines.

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