Design Thinking as a Project Management Tool
Kujala, Juha (2022)
2022
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202204064611
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202204064611
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The main idea of this thesis was to create an analytical overall picture of design thinking and different project management models. What are the elements involved and how can they be used in conjunction with each other for the best results? Essentially related to these factors is the theoretical framework of the thesis, which deals with the structure, phasing and the best application environment of the models in question.
The aim of the thesis was to go through the roles of design thinking, waterfall model, lean operating model and agile mindset as part of modern project management environment. The main priorities were the different aspects of the models and how they can best be utilized. The final focus was on applying design thinking to the other tools mentioned so that the greatest possible added value can be achieved within the current environment. The empirical section sought to find an objective perspective by comparing the ideas of two different target groups on the basis of a given topic.
The set goal was achieved and the summaries of the student groups and the professionals interviewed gave a concrete example of the importance of applying design thinking to modern project management. The concepts reviewed and the work steps involved were obtained in an easily comprehensible form. In addition, the importance of design thinking as part of general project management, and the importance of its education for future professionals was successfully highlighted.
The aim of the thesis was to go through the roles of design thinking, waterfall model, lean operating model and agile mindset as part of modern project management environment. The main priorities were the different aspects of the models and how they can best be utilized. The final focus was on applying design thinking to the other tools mentioned so that the greatest possible added value can be achieved within the current environment. The empirical section sought to find an objective perspective by comparing the ideas of two different target groups on the basis of a given topic.
The set goal was achieved and the summaries of the student groups and the professionals interviewed gave a concrete example of the importance of applying design thinking to modern project management. The concepts reviewed and the work steps involved were obtained in an easily comprehensible form. In addition, the importance of design thinking as part of general project management, and the importance of its education for future professionals was successfully highlighted.