Opinions

Si digital’s Head of Design – Tom O’Malley – talks digital transformation and how it can give superpowers to toy and entertainment companies.

Heayes Design’s Richard Heayes shines a spotlight on the importance of ideas management, and why the old saying, “If you love something, let it go” is especially apt when it comes to ideation.

Having encountered “Not Invented Here Syndrome” throughout a career in inventor relations, TinkerTini’s Trina McFarland digs under the surface of this decision-making process; unpicking the complex set of emotions and behaviour behind it

Having wandered the aisles of Toy Fair, Gamely’s Hazel Reynolds shares her three stand-out thoughts from her time at the show.

Almost a year since appearing on Dragons’ Den, Gamely’s Hazel Reynolds reflects on the business’ last 12 months, and whether she has any regrets about turning down an offer of investment.

Gamely Games’ Hazel Reynolds shares three important things she’s learnt about playtesting (spoiler: you can’t rely on your mum!) .

Inventors looking to build and sustain a successful career need to embrace the quality x quantity formula, says Kids Brand Insight’s Steve Reece.

Making Things’ Fi Murray looks at the benefits of sharing concepts with as wide a pool of potential partners as possible.

Despite having a bad first experience with the inventor community, Kids Brand Insight’s Steve Reece explores why inventors remain a vital part of the toy and game industry.

With a decline in children’s playtime reported, play futurist Yesim Kunter looks at the role designers have in ensuring the power of playfulness doesn’t waiver.