Design Thinking - Managerial Perspective - Reflective Writing Assessment Answer

Part 1: What is Design Thinking (weight 25%) of total assessment weighting. Explain what Design Thinking is in your own words. You may draw upon definitions; however, this section should be a synthesis of sources, overlaid with your own view. In explaining the framework of Design Thinking, you are advised to address the different lenses or approaches contained within DT, and its origins (I.e. where/when it originated).

Part 2: Benefits of Design Thinking (weight 25%) of total assessment weighting. Explain the benefits of Design Thinking in your own words. From a managerial perspective, what are the potential benefits/strengths of DT as a framework?

Part 3: Criticisms of Design Thinking (weight 25%) of total assessment weighting. Explain the major criticisms of Design Thinking in your own words. From a managerial perspective, what are the potential criticisms/weaknesses of DT as a framework?

 Part 4: Application contexts of Design Thinking (weight 25%) of total assessment weighting. Explain which application contexts may serve to gain the most from the use of Design Thinking (i.e. which industries, or what kinds of projects). You may speak at a general level, or a more granular level, depending on your chosen approach. Please note, if being specific as to the application of certain elements of DT, please be clear about which elements apply to which contexts.