About this Event
In today's rapidly evolving landscape, the ability to innovate and adapt is vital. This seminar is crafted to demystify the process of turning abstract ideas into tangible results. It will guide you through the core principles and mindset of Design Thinking; a systematic approach to problem-solving that puts human needs at the forefront, ensuring solutions are not only innovative but also deeply impactful.
Participants will learn to empathize deeply with users, defining challenges as opportunities for innovation.
Τhe seminar includes a hands-on workshop designed to apply these principles to real world challenges, providing a practical understanding that exceeds industries. Also, participants will have the opportunity to explore how Design Thinking can be tailored and implemented within their organisation.
Agenda
- Introduction to Design Thinking: Understanding the core principles and mindset
- Empathize: Techniques for deep user understanding
- Define: Framing problems as opportunities
- Ideate: Creative techniques for generating innovative solutions
- Prototype: Building and testing rapid prototypes
- Test: Learning from user feedback and iterating
- Implementing Design Thinking in Your Organisation: practical steps and case studies
- Interactive Workshop: Hands-on group activity to apply design thinking on real challenges
- Q&A and Wrap-Up: Open discussion and conclusion
Who should attend?
- Professionals who want to learn new methods for creating user-cantered products and services.
- Executives and business leaders who want to foster a culture of innovation in their organizations and learn how to apply design thinking to strategic decision-making
Facilitator:
Demetris Photiou| PhD | Product Strategist, Co-Founder at Simlead
Demetris Photiou is a product strategist and the co-founder of Simlead, a product strategy, design, and innovation agency based in Cyprus. With an unwavering belief that “design is all about problem-solving and making decisions,” he is driven by a genuine passion for empowering product teams to conquer challenges and create impactful solutions.
Certified as a Workshopper Master and a Design Sprint Master by the prestigious AJ&Smart agency, Demetris stands at the forefront of innovation. His expertise as a product strategist lies in exploring intricate problem spaces, aligning teams to overcome their most significant hurdles, and crafting a clear north star to guide business strategies.
With a wealth of experience in leading product innovation projects, design sprints, facilitating workshops, and providing consulting, coaching, and training services to product teams, Demetris brings a powerhouse of knowledge and insights to the table. He is also a skilled workshop designer and facilitator, masterfully creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone’s voices to be heard and respected.
The seminar will be delivered in English.
*The programme specifications have been approved by HRDA.
Total duration (excluding breaks): 6 hours
CPDs: 6
HRDA programme code: 440210
If any of the participants are members of the Cyprus Bar Association (CYBAR), please send an email to inform the Deloitte Academy team (at [email protected]) with your CYBAR registration number so that the team will be able to proceed on time with the necessary procedures for CPDs.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Deloitte, 24 Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue, Nicosia, Cyprus
EUR 130.00 to EUR 297.50
