On January 14, 2025, GS1 Hong Kong hosted a compelling webinar titled “AI Design Thinking for Innovative Problem Solving” in conjunction with their IOT Data Hackathon. The session, scheduled from 4 pm to 5 pm, was facilitated by esteemed experts from InnoEdge Consulting, renowned for their innovative approach in the field.

The webinar featured presentations from Mr. David Chung, Managing Partner at InnoEdge, Ms. Tiffany Liu, and Ms. Angel Choy, both Principal Consultants at the firm. The team introduced the attendees to the advanced execution framework known as AI Design Thinking (DT 3.0), designed to integrate artificial intelligence with traditional design thinking methodologies to enhance problem-solving strategies.

During the session, two impactful case studies were discussed, demonstrating the practical application of AI Design Thinking:

  1. Cutting 40% Waiting Time with a Human-Centric Approach for a Hospital: This case study illustrated how applying AI Design Thinking can significantly reduce waiting times in healthcare settings by focusing on user experience and operational efficiency.
  2. Exploiting Design Thinking to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Buildings: This example showcased how design thinking can be leveraged to enhance energy efficiency in building management, contributing to sustainability and cost savings.

The speakers emphasized practical strategies and tools that participants could apply in the challenges of their Hackathon, making the session not only informative but also immediately applicable. This event marks a significant contribution to the evolving field of AI and design thinking, promising new avenues for creative and effective problem-solving. The webinar was divided into 5 parts:

Part 0: Opening and Introduction

Part 1: From DT1.0 to DT3.0: Unleased the Power of Innovation through AI Design Thinking

Part 2: Cutting 40% Waiting Time with Human Centric Approach for a Hospital

Part 3: Exploiting Design Thinking to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Buildings

Part 4: Recap and Closing


Part 0

Topic: Opening and Introduction

Speaker: All Speakers and Selena Au Yeung, Industry Engagement, GS1 Hong Kong

Duration: 1 min


Part 1

Topic: From DT1.0 to DT3.0: Unleased the Power of Innovation through AI Design Thinking

Speaker: Mr. David Chung, Managing Partner, InnoEdge Consulting

Duration: 19 mins


Part 2

Topic: Cutting 40% Waiting Time with Human Centric Approach for a Hospital

Speaker: Ms. Tiffany Liu, Principal Consultant, InnoEdge Consulting

Duration: 10 mins


Part 3

Topic: Exploiting Design Thinking to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Buildings

Speaker: Ms. Angel Choy Principal Consultant, InnoEdge Consulting

Duration: 17 mins


Part 4

Topic: Opening and Introduction

Speaker: All Speakers and MC of GS1

Duration: 1 min