Category Archives: sustainability

7 Principles of Good Design

“In most people’s vocabularies, design means veneer. It’s interior decorating. It’s the fabric of the curtains and sofa. But to me, nothing could be further from the meaning of design. Design is the fundamental soul of a man-made creation that … Continue reading

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Incorporating sustainability into your innovation management cycle

We live in a world of constant change, where firms need to focus on their operational bottom line more than ever. Yet, at the same time, our customers are not just judging us on our products, price and service, but … Continue reading

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There is more to sustainability that just being green

It is said that, once upon a time the forests in Central Anatolia were so thick that two passing armies would not hear each other. Today, mostly a desert, the City of Ankara’s main goals is to bring the trees, … Continue reading

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What is the connection between Helvetica and a Shopping Guide?

First of all, this is no ordinary Shopping Guide! It is The Better World Shopping Guide: Every Dollar Makes a Difference which shows that how you spend every dollar can make a difference in the world. Ellis Jones compiled an … Continue reading

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Today is the Blog Action Day: The Environment

Today is the Blog Action Day and this year’s topic is the environment. As technology managers, we are in a position of influence to reduce our impact on the environment. How we develop our innovations and technologies have just as … Continue reading

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