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Start the New Year by Focusing on Strategy

January 13, 2026January 30, 2026

As we start another year, it is the best time to focus on strategy. Whether you already have a strategy for all areas of your business or are looking to establish one, the start of the year is one of the best times to revisit or develop it. This article aims to help you focus […]

Posted in Business, Design, Management, Marketing, Operations, People, Strategy

From Design to Demand: Key Strategies for Marketing Your Design Firm

September 8, 2025December 16, 2025

Design firms thrive or falter based on their ability to attract new clients or secure projects from existing ones. All design firms require the ability to market their business to potential clients. Marketing is more than just sales, websites, and social media; it requires a planned approach. The following provides a few tips on how […]

Posted in Business, Design, Management, Marketing

How Global Firms Are Navigating Rising Competition and Cultural Complexity

February 18, 2025February 1, 2026

Over the past twelve months (2024-25), various economies have experienced a slowdown, leading to growing uncertainty in several others. As a result, some design firms are beginning to look beyond their home countries for opportunities. Previously expanding markets such as China, Malaysia, Brazil, and Russia are now facing slowdowns, prompting firms to seek work in […]

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