Advanced research solutions as key to innovation in design

Andreas Wlasak, Jimena Martinez and Clara Origlia

This paper utilizes the authors' experience in automotive interior design development within Johnson Controls to provide insight into consumer awareness, design-related issues and vision; art and expertise, the sense of workmanship and vision of designers; and the sensitivity of a consumer-driven corporation with a vision.

Advanced research solutions as key to innovation in design

Clara OrigliaMarket Dynamics InternationalJimena MartinezJohnson Controls andAndreas WlasakJohnson Controls

THE CLIENT PHILOSOPHY

Founded in 1885 in Milwaukee and listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 1965, Johnson Controls ranks at the top of Fortune's most admired companies in the automotive suppliers industry. The Automotive Systems Group (ASG) at Johnson Controls is the world's largest independent supplier of automotive seating and interior systems, such as overhead systems, door panels, instrument panels and floor consoles.

Customers (major automotive manufacturers) rely on Johnson Controls for the design,...

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