Purpose:
I am currently developing a paper for my Masters of Design class at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The overall goal of the paper is to use the methodologies of Craig Vogel and Jonathan Cagan found in Creating Breakthrough Products. I am attempting to use the same techniques in the development of innovative services. My chosen “client” is the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA).
Disclosure:
As many of you know I have had a long association with IDSA as a member (18 years) and as an officer (Carolina Chapter Chair, Southern District VP, Chapter Vice President and now in an appointed role as International Liaison Officer-Asia). I also know that IDSA is very interested in what comments and suggestions develop from this forum so please expect that the IDSA Board and Staff will be reading this forum.
The Topic:
IDSA has reached a point where it has a strong, sustainable membership base, but seeks new opportunities for growing and building the Society. Like any company or organization, growth in either numbers or preference is vital. In order to meet these goals IDSA must hear from people who currently reside within the profession but have no interest or preference in joining the professional organization. I would like to hear from the following groups:
Industrial Designers who DO NOT belong to IDSA
- How many years have you been practicing Industrial Design?
- Why do you not belong to the organization?
- Do you see any strengths in the organization?
- Do you see any weaknesses in the organization?
- What ideas do you have for improvements in the organization?
Industrial Designers who DO belong to IDSA
- How many years have you been practicing Industrial Design?
- Why do you belong to the organization?
- Do you see any strengths in the organization?
- Do you see any weaknesses in the organization?
- What ideas do you have for improvements in the organization?
In both cases I have special interest in those designers who are 1-5 years out of college.
Kind regards,
Tim Fletcher