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Creating a truly sustainable #product requires a holistic, circular approach that breaks away from the traditional linear value chain. Introducing Kearney PERLab (Product Excellence Renewal Lab)'s Framework for Sustainable Design, offering an actionable road map that guides businesses from identifying #sustainability levers to testing circular product prototypes.   Dominik Leisinger, Sree Kancherla, and Tobias Albers break down today's sustainability challenges and PERL's approach.

Creating a truly sustainable #product requires a holistic, circular approach that breaks away from the traditional linear value chain. Introducing Kearney PERLab (Product Excellence Renewal Lab)'s Framework for Sustainable Design, offering an actionable road map that guides businesses from identifying #sustainability levers to testing circular product prototypes.   Dominik Leisinger, Sree Kancherla, and Tobias Albers break down today's sustainability challenges and PERL's approach.

Creating a truly sustainable #product requires a holistic, circular approach that breaks away from the traditional linear value chain. Introducing Kearney PERLab (Product Excellence Renewal Lab)'s Framework for Sustainable Design, offering an actionable road map that guides businesses from identifying #sustainability levers to testing circular product prototypes.   Dominik Leisinger, Sree Kancherla, and Tobias Albers break down today's sustainability challenges and PERL's approach.

Creating a truly sustainable #product requires a holistic, circular approach that breaks away from the traditional linear value chain. Introducing Kearney PERLab (Product Excellence Renewal Lab)'s Framework for Sustainable Design, offering an actionable road map that guides businesses from identifying #sustainability levers to testing circular product prototypes. Product design is more than just a differentiator; it's a catalyst for transformative change. At Kearney, we understand that intentional product design forms the foundation of a successful sustainable design framework. By embedding sustainability into the core of your products, you can drive meaningful change—reducing waste, conserving resources, and creating efficiencies that benefit both the environment and your business. This approach not only advances your sustainability goals but also strengthens your competitive position, drives cost savings, and encourages innovation that resonates with your customers.    Dominik Leisinger, Sree Kancherla, and Tobias Albers break down today's sustainability challenges and PERL's approach.

Creating a truly sustainable #product requires a holistic, circular approach that breaks away from the traditional linear value chain. Introducing Kearney PERLab (Product Excellence Renewal Lab)'s Framework for Sustainable Design, offering an actionable road map that guides businesses from identifying #sustainability levers to testing circular product prototypes. Dominik Leisinger, Sree Kancherla, Tobias Albers break down today's sustainability challenges and PERL's approach, here: https://lnkd.in/gkUMxfPs

Did you miss our webinar on simplifying product design for sustainability? No worries! We've got you covered. Here are some key takeaways you won't want to miss: - Frans-Willem de Kloet breaks down the WHY behind sustainable product design (at 7:16) - How to see the hotspots of a product (at 29:08) - Can't-miss Q&A session at 48:13, where your questions are answered by our team. Watch the full recording now and learn how to design sustainable products: https://bit.ly/49Pw1lu Share your thoughts and questions about sustainable product design in the comments below!

🌱 Why Sustainability Belongs on Your Product Roadmap In 2025, sustainability isn’t optional—it’s expected. Customers want ethical, inclusive, eco-conscious products that reflect their values. PMs, it’s time to: Build for impact, not just profit. 🌍 Prioritize inclusive, sustainable design. ✨ Lead the charge for change. 🚀 Sustainability isn’t just good for the planet—it’s good for business. Are your products ready? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #Sustainability #ProductManagement #Innovation #FutureOfTech #EcoFriendlyDesign

Driving Value Through Sustainable Product Design 🌍 Sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s a strategic imperative. For businesses aiming for long-term success, embedding value retention strategies into product design is essential. Here’s how to create products that endure and positively impact both the environment and your bottom line: 📍Modular Design: Build products with interchangeable components that can be upgraded or replaced. This extends their lifespan and reduces waste, making maintenance easier and more cost-effective. 📍Durable Materials: Choose high-quality, long-lasting materials. Products that withstand wear and tear require fewer replacements, benefiting both the environment and your budget. 📍Design for Disassembly: Ensure products can be easily taken apart at the end of their life cycle. This facilitates recycling and supports a circular economy, reducing environmental impact. 📍User-Centric Features: Integrate features that adapt to changing user needs and preferences. Products that evolve with users are more likely to be valued and retained over time. 📍Transparency and Education: Inform consumers about the advantages of sustainable choices and their role in minimizing environmental impact. Building trust through transparency encourages more responsible consumer behavior. Implementing these strategies not only aligns with regulatory and consumer expectations but also fosters a more sustainable future. Embrace value retention in product design to drive innovation and lasting impact.🌱💡 #SustainableDesign #ValueRetention #CircularEconomy #Innovation #EcoFriendly #ProductDesign

Series 4😊 Design thinking is essential for a circular economy as it emphasizes a user-centric approach, fostering the creation of sustainable, reusable products that meet real needs. Its focus on innovation and creativity drives new solutions for waste reduction and material recycling, while the iterative process of prototyping ensures continuous improvement and resource efficiency. By adopting a systemic perspective, design thinking optimizes the entire product lifecycle from production to end-of-life. Collaboration among diverse stakeholders brings varied expertise to address complex challenges, and a strong emphasis on sustainability ensures environmentally friendly, economically viable, and socially responsible outcomes. Ultimately, design thinking promotes empathy and long-term value, driving the shift towards a sustainable circular economy. #CircularEconomy #DesignThinking #Sustainability #Innovation #EcoFriendly

Product design is the biggest lever for sustainability, but too few companies act upon it so far. An interesting figure from a study by Capgemini on the latter. #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #DesignForSustainability