Events for September 15, 2020 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Human-Centered Design for Digital Products

Did you know, DNS members with less than 50 employees could access this training program for free? Have more than 50 employees? No worries, you could attend for 50% off! Course overview Human-centered design (HCD) empowers us to tap into the human experience at every step of the design process so that we are considering the end-users - our customers! In this 4-day course, participants will: Learn key concepts of human-centered design, including empathizing with customers through observation and interviews Tap into human-centered design principles to design and develop digital products people love to use Develop “points-of-view” based on user needs and insights, and ideation through brainstorming creative solutions for design challenges Explore considerations for designing accessible and inclusive digital products Most importantly, through a hands-on experiential approach, participants will 'learn by doing' and discover practical ways to leverage this design and management framework in their organizations. This course includes: 16 hours of class time 4 hours of 1-1 consultation A design framework guide that contains templates for you to use Eligibility This program has been fully funded through Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive (WIPSI), and will be provided FREE for DNS members with less than 50 employees. If your […]

DeviceTalks Tuesdays: Resmed’s Successful Marriage of Digital & Medtech

Tuesday, September 15, 3 pm EDT (4pm ADT), Hosted by Mass Device Under the leadership of CEO Mick Farrell, respiratory leader Resmed has been a leader of bringing digital technology and monitoring to the patient and the bedside. In this keynote conversation, Farrell will walk us through Resmed’s approach and share its vision for the future. Questions and answers will follow the discussion led by Host Tom Salemi.   DEVICETALKS TUESDAY SESSIONS To complement our series of regional DeviceTalks meetings, we've created DeviceTalks Tuesdays, a scheduled, appointment-based opportunity to bring together the medtech leaders and visionaries that typically take the stage. DeviceTalks Tuesdays is available where ever you're getting the job done.   Register