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GDTA Virtual Collaboration Toolset

Overview

Digital tools for effective online collaboration

The Virtual Collaboration Toolset of the Global Design Thinking Alliance (GDTA) is a valuable resource for your online Design Thinking projects. Here you will find a carefully selected overview of digital tools compiled by 16 renowned Design Thinking institutions from 15 countries. The toolset offers you practical recommendations for tools that have proven themselves in everyday work. You will learn how to create effective online Design Thinking sessions and improve your virtual collaboration skills. The recommendations will help you choose the right tools for different phases of the Design Thinking process. Whether you are new to virtual collaboration or want to optimize your existing practices, this toolset will help you make your online workshops and projects more successful.

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