Summary
Whether your design team is 5 or 5,000, the goal should be the same: retain designers by providing them the resources they need to grow and develop in their career. What do these resources look like for someone new to the industry versus a 20 year veteran? Or when a new technology or platform emerges, like the metaverse? In this session, you will learn the importance of investing in learning, development and belonging programs and how DesignOps is uniquely positioned to prepare designers to work on the next evolution of the internet– the metaverse.
Key Insights
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Investing in emerging talent is crucial for building the future of design.
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Simplifying complex processes is key to effective design operations.
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Canonical documentation helps in creating a single source of truth in large organizations.
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A centralized mentorship program can significantly improve access to resources for designers.
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Scaling talent involves hiring individuals who enhance the existing team's capabilities.
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Early investment in learning programs is essential for team effectiveness.
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Utilizing individual performance data can help shape development programs for designers.
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Building strong onboarding experiences fosters belonging and prepares designers for success.
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The metaverse requires new skill sets and educational frameworks for designers.
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Adopting a 'build vs buy' mindset can optimize team growth in resource-constrained environments.
Notable Quotes
"It's not merely a cheese dip; it is a big part of my identity."
"Design at Meta is about designing the future of social connection."
"Our goal should be the same: retain and empower designers by providing them the resources they need."
"Investing in emerging talent is building for the future."
"Be a simplifier: take complex situations and explain them in an easy way."
"Consider everyone a beginner and build relevant content for all."
"Be sure to have a centralized top-down strategy for equitable resources."
"The metaverse is not just a concept; it’s the future of connectivity and design."
"We're only at the dial-up internet stage of the metaverse's development."
"Invest in instructional design and facilitation to elevate learning quality."
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