Systems thinking helps design see the bigger impact. We like Maria Taneva’s argument that UX designers should use systems thinking to stay relevant and make better decisions. UX is changing quickly as AI grows, and many teams focus more on engagement than meaning. She suggests that instead of jumping to quick fixes, designers should step back and see the bigger picture by looking at how users, technology, business, and culture all connect. This leads to longer-lasting design. Check out her article: https://lnkd.in/gKS4A7kF Here are three reflections inspired by Sheryl Cababa’s book Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers: 1️⃣ Zoom out beyond the screen Designers should stop focusing only on screens and flows. Systems thinking encourages them to look at the bigger picture: users, technology, business models, regulations, and long-term impact. It helps uncover deeper problems and connections. 2️⃣ Shift from creator to facilitator Instead of jumping to polished solutions, designers should guide conversations, include more voices, and explore multiple options. The designer's role is less about creating answers and more about connecting people and ideas. 3️⃣ Ask better questions. Imagine! Speculative and pluriversal design helps designers think beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. By asking “what if?” and considering different worldviews, designers can create more inclusive and responsible outcomes. 💬 We asked Maria why she wrote the article: “I wrote this article to reflect on how the book "Closing the Loop" inspired me to lean more deeply into a systems thinking mindset, and to hopefully encourage more designers to explore it too. As UX professionals, we need to think critically and holistically about how our work shapes the future, especially now as we're experiencing a lot of change and uncertainty. I think that systems thinking offers us the tools to do just that.” Thanks for pushing us forward Maria. Helio helps you test ideas quickly with users so you can see what works and what doesn’t. By using UX metrics, you get clear feedback on things like usability, comprehension, and emotional response... helping you make better design decisions with confidence! #uxresearch #productdiscovery #marketresearch #productdesign | 24 comments on LinkedIn