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Design Thinking with AI

Training · 2 Days

User-centered innovation with AI integration. From problem to validated prototype.

For Heads of transformation, HR and organisational development in corporates Division heads and leadership teams in larger organisations Managing directors, boards and shareholders of mid-sized companies

Does this sound familiar?

  • Innovation passiert ad hoc statt systematisch und nutzerzentriert.
  • Nutzerforschung dauert zu lange und kommt zu spät im Prozess.
  • Ihre Teams brauchen eine strukturierte Methode, um von Problemen zu Lösungen zu kommen.

What it's about

Systematically accelerate user-centered innovation. The complete Design Thinking process — from user research through ideation and prototyping to testing — enhanced by AI agents at every stage.

Who it's for

  • Innovation managers who want to develop user-centered solutions with AI-powered insights
  • Teams introducing or advancing Design Thinking
  • Consultants, trainers, and innovation drivers who want to expand their method repertoire

Content & Modules

01 Context & Foundations

Design Thinking and AI as problem-solving tools. VUCA environments and where AI transforms innovation processes.

02 The Process

The Double Diamond as a practical innovation methodology. AI foundations for innovation processes.

03 Understanding Users

Systematic needs assessment with AI support. Persona creation and user-centricity as a mindset.

04 Finding the Right Problem

AI-powered feedback analysis and clustering. Formulating How-Might-We questions.

05 Ideation

Quantity-focused creativity techniques. AI as brainstorming partner for perspective shifts.

06 Prototyping

From low-fidelity to clickable. AI for digital visualization and mockups. Prototypes as thinking tools.

07 Testing

Testing methods (interviews, observation). AI-powered sentiment and language analysis.

08 Transfer

Implementation strategies at individual and organizational levels. Personal action plan.

Outcome

  • Apply the Design Thinking process independently
  • Use AI tools specifically for user research, personas, and ideation
  • Build and test prototypes without developers
  • Anchor Design Thinking sustainably in teams

Format

Duration 2 Days (8 modules of 90 minutes each)
Participants 6–12 participants
Setting In-house or remote
Note Participants bring their own challenges. Concrete transfer plan.
Investment From 6,900 €

Methods & Concepts

Design Thinking
Nutzerzentrierter Innovationsprozess in fünf Phasen: Verstehen, Definieren, Ideen entwickeln, Prototypen bauen, Testen. Nicht linear, sondern iterativ.
Double Diamond
Zwei Phasen des Öffnens und Schließens: Erst das richtige Problem finden (Discover → Define), dann die richtige Lösung (Develop → Deliver).
Persona
Fiktiver, aber datenbasierter Repräsentant einer Zielgruppe. Macht abstrakte Nutzerbedürfnisse greifbar und entscheidbar.
How Might We
Umformulierung von Problemen in Gestaltungsfragen: „Wie könnten wir...?" Öffnet den Lösungsraum, ohne das Problem aus den Augen zu verlieren.
Prototyping
Schnelle, einfache Darstellung einer Idee — von Papier-Skizze bis klickbarem Mockup. Ziel: Feedback vor Investition.

The next step is a conversation.

30 minutes, free, and confidential. We assess your situation and identify the key lever.

  • Initial assessment of your situation
  • Identification of the biggest lever
  • Concrete proposal for next steps
30 Minutes Free Confidential
We'll respond within 24 hours.

What's new

v1.0.0 Webflow Launch 2025-09-01
  • First launch on Webflow
v2.0.0 Astro Relaunch 2026-02-24
  • Completely new website
  • Insights & glossary with compass dimensions
  • Blindspot report & sparring request
  • English version (DE/EN)
v2.1.0 Dark Mode & Tooling 2026-03-01
  • Dark mode with system detection
  • Newsletter sign-up
  • Reading time shown on insights
v2.2.0 Compass & Polish 2026-03-03
  • Interactive compass in the hero
  • Optimized for all screen sizes
v2.3.0 Content & UX 2026-03-05
  • 15 interactive diagnostic tools in the toolbox
  • In a Nutshell: compact overview
  • Full-text search (⌘K)
  • Faster load times
v2.4.0 Insights & Pattern Series 2026-03-10
  • 12 new insights in the transformation pattern series
  • Self-check: 4 new patterns + multi-pattern result
v2.5.0 New Tools & Features 2026-03-15
  • New tools: Delegation Map + Agile Suitability Canvas
  • Helpful button on all tools
v2.6.0 Collaboration in Focus 2026-03-21
  • HTW study on transformation readiness now available
v3.0.0 AI Launch Planned
  • Transformation Diagnostic (Claude AI)
  • Self-check with radar chart