Why are Americans grappling with obesity? Are there fundamental changes occurring in the design of retail? What's coming after SUVs? Jumpsters are often called upon to give their two cents and share their expertise on a variety of subjects. The work we do gives us a unique perspective on the intersection of technology, business and culture. Here's some of the latest stuff going on in the press, including some stories on Jump's latest exploits.
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November 27, 2006
Meeting People's Real Needs in Retail
Clynton Taylor speaks with the Stamford Advocate about the resurgence of mixed-development outdoor shopping districts designed to give people a an experience closer to old-town Americana than a trip to a shopping mall does. Despite people's desire for a great customer experience, big box stores continue to win business on price - even though people claim they don't want big stores.
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November 21, 2006
Trend Spotting With Author Robyn Waters
Trend-spotter Robyn Waters talks with Business Week's Inside Innovation to explain how to make sense of what's happening around us, citing Jump as a leader in observation and cultural interpretation. Robyn's a long-time friend of Jump's, and the shout-out is much appreciated. Check out the article, and look for her new book, "The Hummer and the Mini."
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November 20, 2006
Design Council's Lessons from America
Representatives from the UK Design Council recently visited Jump and other design consultancies to study the way design is taught and practiced in the United States. Their key findings - as well as a great photo of Alonzo in one of our project rooms - have been synthesized into "Lessons from America," a deeply insightful report that will direct design education in the United Kingdom.
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November 14, 2006
MS Zune Launch in San Francisco
CNet's Erica Ogg spoke to a lot of customers at a San Francisco Best Buy last week during the Microsoft Zune's first day on sale, but it's safe to say Laate Olukotun from Jump was the only designer who weighed in on the iPod competitor. See what he had to say, and watch the video version of the interview at CNET.
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Watch the video.
November 09, 2006
Stitchories: The Digital Quilt
ID Magazine has honored Jumpster Katherine Wakid's thesis project, Stitchories, in its annual design review. Katherine's project combines a finely crafted and stitched quilt with an on-board computer that can record spoken narratives and upload digital photos. The cozy quilt, which has popped up all over the Internet, is meant to connect teens with elders.
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