IDology - the Industrial Design Podcast by Mindsailors

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IDology - the Industrial Design Podcast by Mindsailors

IDology is a podcast created by industrial design studio Mindsailors. In each episode, one of the designers shares his or her knowledge and experience on a variety of issues related to the specifics of their work: from how to properly fill out a brief when being a client who wants to create a product, to detailed issues related to the design process.

  1. 04/30/2024

    Industrial design prototyping vs simulations - IDology #21

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #21 of IDology, Voytek met with Piotr and Mikołaj to talk about the vital roles of prototyping and simulations in the industrial design process, their differences, and their specific features.   Piotr Dalewski, a mechanical design engineer at Mindsailors, places emphasis on manufacturability, design for assembly, and product optimization within the value engineering approach throughout the R&D process.   Mikołaj Wiewióra is a senior industrial designer at Mindsailors. He has extensive experience leading teams of designers and engineers at all stages of the design process.   Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://mindsailors.com/idology-21-industrial-design-prototyping-vs-simulations

    38 min

  2. 04/16/2024

    How manufacturing and design co-exist - IDology #20

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #20 of IDology, Voytek sat down with Anita and Mikołaj to discuss the historical evolution of the relationship between design and manufacturing, from individual craftsmanship to the era of mass production and the democratization of design with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. Anita Rogoża is an experienced researcher & designer at Mindsailors. Her priority is on making functional designs that are both user and environment friendly. Mikołaj Wiewióra is a senior industrial designer at Mindsailors. He has extensive experience in leading teams of designers and engineers on all stages of the design process. Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://mindsailors.com/idology-20-how-manufacturing-and-design-co-exist

    43 min

  3. 04/02/2024

    Technical documentation in industrial design - IDology #19

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #19 of IDology, Voytek Holysz discusses with Piotr Dalewski and Rafał Piłat the evolution and critical importance of technical documentation in product development. They explore its role as a universal language among designers, manufacturers, and quality control, emphasizing its significance in ensuring product quality, meeting manufacturing standards, and avoiding costly errors in the production process.   Piotr Dalewski, a mechanical design engineer at Mindsailors, places emphasis on manufacturability, design for assembly, and product optimization within the value engineering approach throughout the R&D process.   Rafal Piłat is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Mindsailors, an awarded industrial design company, with over 18 years of experience as a designer himself.   Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://mindsailors.com/idology-19-technical-documentation-in-industrial-design

    28 min

  4. 03/19/2024

    Industrial machinery design pain points - IDology #18

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #18, Voytek met with Thomas Weber to explore the various attitudes and approaches companies in different industries have towards industrial design, ranging from those heavily investing in design to enhance brand image to those skeptical or unaware of its benefits. They discuss the challenges and misunderstandings businesses face when integrating design into their products and the impact of design on brand perception and product functionality.   Thomas Weber is a seasoned business development manager, leveraging his extensive background in industrial design to drive business growth and adeptly guide new customers.   Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://mindsailors.com/idology-18-industrial-machinery-design-pain-points

    41 min

  5. 03/05/2024

    Risks of using generative AI in product design - IDology #17

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #17, Voytek met with Rafał Piłat and Jakub Zarzyński to discuss the accessibility and influence of AI in product design, emphasizing the ethical use of AI-generated content and its potential to enhance creativity and efficiency in the design process. The conversation also addresses legal and ethical considerations surrounding AI tools.   Jakub Zarzyński is a versatile computational designer specializing in integrating various design fields to find innovative solutions, with a focus on utilizing new technologies and collaborating intensively with diverse software.   Rafal Piłat is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Mindsailors, an awarded industrial design company, with over 18 years of experience as a designer himself.   Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/ This episode is also available in written form: https://mindsailors.com/idology-17-risks-of-using-generative-ai-in-product-design

    38 min

  6. 02/20/2024

    Fail culture in product design - IDology #16

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company.   In episode #16, Voytek and Mikołaj explain the concept of failure in product design, emphasizing its role as a crucial learning tool. They discuss how embracing failure as a part of the design process can lead to innovation and growth, contrasting this approach with traditional, negative views of failure.   Mikołaj Wiewióra is a senior industrial designer at Mindsailors. He has extensive experience leading teams of designers and engineers at all stages of the design process.   Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://bit.ly/3vqI5uO

    36 min

  7. 02/06/2024

    Using generative AI in product development - IDology #15

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company. In episode #15, Voytek, along with Anita Rogoża and Rafał Piłat, discuss utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney for inspiration and research in product design, especially in the pre-design phase. They highlight AI's role in speeding up the design process, such as generating creative concepts and enhancing 3D renders, while acknowledging its limitations in producing final, detailed designs. Anita Rogoża is an experienced researcher and designer at Mindsailors. Her priority is to make functional designs that are both user- and environment-friendly. Rafal Piłat is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Mindsailors, an awarded industrial design company, with over 18 years of experience as a designer himself. Voytek Holysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/  This episode is also available in written form: https://bit.ly/3HdE4wi

    19 min

  8. 01/23/2024

    How educating your environment makes you a better designer - IDology #14

    IDology is a podcast about industrial design-related topics. You can learn the dos and don'ts of product development and how to minimize risk when working with an industrial design company. In episode #14, Voytek Holysz, Mikołaj Wiewióra, and Rafał Piłat discuss the critical importance of educating both sides—clients and the design team—in the product development process. They emphasize effective communication and setting clear expectations as key to ensuring mutual understanding and successful project outcomes. Mikołaj Wiewióra is a senior industrial designer at Mindsailors. He has extensive experience leading teams of designers and engineers at all stages of the design process. Rafal Piłat is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Mindsailors, an awarded industrial design company, with over 18 years of experience as a designer himself. Voytek Hołysz is the COO of Mindsailors, with 16 years of experience in running a business in creative B2B services, marketing, sales, and video production. Visit our website: https://mindsailors.com/ This episode is also available in written form: https://bit.ly/4aPQmsn

    37 min
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IDology is a podcast created by industrial design studio Mindsailors. In each episode, one of the designers shares his or her knowledge and experience on a variety of issues related to the specifics of their work: from how to properly fill out a brief when being a client who wants to create a product, to detailed issues related to the design process.

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