This study analyzes the use of design and the position of the design function in Finnish manufacturing firms. We also study the impact of design on companies’ business performance. The paper is based on a survey directed to the member companies of the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK)...

This study analyzes the use of design and the position of the design function in Finnish manufacturing firms. We also study the impact of design on companies business performance. The paper is based on a survey directed to the member companies of the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) in...