The following is a summary of the process that we believe will result in innovative designs that provide workable solutions for organizations. The process links research with an architectural firm's knowledge base of building design in light of company expectations.
Values-Based Design Meetings:
EDG facilitates meetings that bring together all key project stakeholders for the purpose of identifying and committing to those values that will drive the design of the organization. These key stakeholders include but are not limited to representative groups of the staff, local and district management, and facilities personnel, and contractors, EDG experts, and other interested third parties. Three important outcomes will be achieved in these meetings:
- The creation of a document that clearly articulates the core values, goals, and vision for the organization design
- Facility-based personnel and other stakeholders will feel invested in the design process
- The company experts will have a clear understanding of the needs and expectations of the stakeholders
Company Design Meetings:
Following the Values-Based Design Meetings, EDG works with key stakeholders to produce a focused design plan. This plan will differ from plans typically produced by facilities planners in several ways. It will focus on infusing research into the design in light of the values and vision of the project stakeholders. Design concepts that research has shown to promote and meet community needs will be recommended. Financial and political considerations will be addressed. The goal of the plan will be to provide the company with an uncommon way to link the company knowledge base and a clear understanding of the vision to the organization.
Design Review:
EDG reviews design documents throughout the life of the project in order to provide ongoing input to the architectural firm. EDG will participate in meetings that focus on issues that impact the work. This includes but is not limited to meetings on value engineering and redesign.
Training:
EDG develops and implements a training program focused on technology and innovation.
