Summary
On the final day of the Design at Scale conference, Bria, a design program manager at Adobe, welcomes attendees and thanks everyone for their contributions to the event. The day's panel focuses on maintaining a people-centric approach as organizations grow, a crucial theme emerging from previous discussions on crafting design at scale and using effective tools in enterprise design. Bria underscores the significance of the audience's feedback in shaping high-quality programming and encourages participation in various sessions, including sponsor events and Slack discussions. She invites newcomers to connect with the community and reminds attendees about the available resources, such as digital swag and inclusive cohort activities. The emphasis throughout is on engagement, support, and the importance of a respectful environment.
Key Insights
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Design at Scale aims to keep people at the center of business growth.
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Community feedback is crucial for conference programming.
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High-quality sponsor sessions are available and free for guests.
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Cohort sessions foster discussion and networking opportunities.
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Engagement through Slack channels enhances the conference experience.
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The design community is committed to respect and kindness amongst members.
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Digital resources, including video recordings and notes, are readily available.
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Participants are encouraged to utilize the hashtag DAS for broader discussions.
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A code of conduct ensures a safe and respectful environment.
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The future of collaboration in design should prioritize user satisfaction.
Notable Quotes
"It's day three of design at scale, our third and final day."
"Thank you for your hard work in support of the curation process."
"We're here to keep people at the center of an expanding enterprise."
"Our cohort pride is real because of the hard work of our facilitators."
"If you want to talk about the conference, you can do so at hashtag DAS 2021."
"Engage with us during the conference in Rosenfeld Media Slack."
"You can invite anyone to our sponsor sessions, they’re completely free."
"Don’t miss out on our digital swag bag for some cool fun swag."
"We prioritize treating each other with kindness and respect."
"If you feel unsupported, please let us know; we prioritize your safety."
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