Leopard 2 Tanks and the Irony
I can't seem to get over the irony of how once upon a time, Russian tanks helped turn the fate of a world war against invading Germany..; to current times where multiple European countries are…
On Seeking Advice
Image: source When seeking advice, especially from someone you believe can offer great perspective, stick to gaining clarity on the big questions you need help figuring out. The advice you receive is obviously for you…
Helmets from Scallop Shells
A lot of you probably love scallops?! [controls drool]. Now, imagine scallop shells that are thrown away after we've had the good stuff. Then, imagine 40000 tons of scallop shells thrown away! That is the…
Rest in Peace, Mr. R. K. Krishna Kumar
Padma Shri R. K. Krishna Kumar, Former Tata Sons Director, passed away yesterday. A key pillar of the Tata Group, and close confidante of Mr. Ratan Tata. I once had the privilege of meeting Mr.…
Video Shorts – Discontinued Products Section
A cool feature I came across on a website, that is highly recommended especially for product companies that have a large and evolving portfolio. #servicedesign #userexperience #b2c #b2b #shorts
Earth vs Jeff’s Trillion
When the population of animals or insects in a region grows substantially and causes damage, we call it an infestation. Yet we humans have never looked at it the same way when it comes to…
Product Design should factor Human Forgetfulness
Product design should factor for human forgetfulness where possible. This is a picture of the detergent tray from a leading brand, top-loading washing machine. The hole in the tray is where detergent, mixed with water,…
An Indian Survivorship Bias Example
Many of you must have seen that drawing of a World War II plane with red dots on it. It explains Survivorship bias, a bias that statistician Abraham Wald figured out. Pic: source Simply put,…
Product Design Inputs for a Standing Desk
Invisible Bed has been an interesting product company. As a recent owner of a wall mounted sit/ stand desk, I recently shared some product design inputs with the CEO. They were well received. The Product:…
Everything as a Service
Pic: source Over the past decade, the business world has had a real attraction to making everything a service. And rightly so. Would you rather struggle to repeatedly sell your product to the same…
Could Musical Roads address Global Speeding and Road Safety
Pic: source There are roads in Hungary that plays music! A musical road was first created in 1995 Denmark, by two artists. Given how brilliant a concept, I wonder why its Danish origins seem almost…
How About a Mass Behavioural Improvement before India’s 100th Independence Day
The beautiful tri-colour waving at Connaught Place, Central Park, Delhi. It’s 75 years since India got Independence! A proud milestone for all of us Indians. Also one to reflect on and carefully choose the…
Mobile Apps and Habits
Pic: source If you are trying to create a new habit or trying to use a mobile app more regularly, you would obviously have better luck if you placed the app on the Favourites row.…
The Hostile World for Women
Pic: source The men among you might be able to relate to this. Think of the last time you attended a conference or had to commute for a duration of over 30 minutes.…
Heel Rollers – Not a great Design
Image: source Heel rollers, heel wheel skates, or heel wheels, have a fundamental flaw in their design. If we humans were to pick between standing for a minute on the front section of…