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Combining theory from psychology with design methods, Humantics sparks sustainable collaborations by designing tools that help work-groups, work better together.

When groups work together, getting things done, staying motivated and achieving goals can sometimes seem impossible, or at very least frustrating (think back to your last group project or meeting). This is because how we manage the stress and anxiety associated with group work can often prohibit successful collaboration. This is compounded by the fact that it is difficult to avoid these behaviors because they are simply human nature.

For my Masters of Design project, I co-created Humantics.

Humantics, which is the science and design governing sustainable collaborations, can be used to help overcome the causes of anxiety inducing behavior during collaboration.  By combining design methods with group psychology, groups were helped to manage their weaknesses and build on their strengths. This was achieved by designing tools, with the help of the users, that changed the nature of group work all together. Derived from key principals of psychology and design, Humantics tools effectively reduce anxiety and confusion, favoring the development of autonomy, trust, creative initiative and productive collaboration.

Humantic Ambition tool kit

For a more in depth look at Humantics, please take a look at the thesis.