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Solving Problems with Technology
Smudge
16 episodes
9 hours ago
Smudge is a design, software and business consultancy based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Season 1 is an audio series with Smudge co-founders Reuben Bijl and Toby Vincent where they share some of the knowledge and philosophy they’ve built since starting Smudge in 2008. Season 2 is an episodic series of conversations with customers, partners and the Smudge team. Visit www.smudge.com for more information and sign up to our newsletter 'The Fingerprint' to be kept up to date.
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Smudge is a design, software and business consultancy based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Season 1 is an audio series with Smudge co-founders Reuben Bijl and Toby Vincent where they share some of the knowledge and philosophy they’ve built since starting Smudge in 2008. Season 2 is an episodic series of conversations with customers, partners and the Smudge team. Visit www.smudge.com for more information and sign up to our newsletter 'The Fingerprint' to be kept up to date.
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Episodes (16/16)
Solving Problems with Technology
Simon Hart - The People Place

Reuben Bijl talks to Simon Hart from the People Place

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1 year ago
30 minutes 15 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Tim Pitcaithly - Smudge

Tim and Reuben talk about what solving problems well looks like.

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1 year ago
25 minutes 10 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Nick Quin from One New Zealand

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Quin, General Manager of Public Sector at One New Zealand, and Reuben Bijl from Smudge, to discuss the dynamic world of telecommunications. Discover how One New Zealand maintains its leading edge through strategic partnerships, innovative technologies, and a relentless focus on customer needs. Nick shares his fascinating career path, the impact of the upcoming SpaceX collaboration, and the vital role of resilient networks in modern connectivity. Tune in to explore how these industry leaders are driving transformation in the public sector and beyond.

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1 year ago
34 minutes 56 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Chris Brown from Smudge

Published in April 2024. Smudge Managing Director Reuben Bijl interviews our Programme Lead Chris Brown. In this interview Reuben and Chris discuss the power of partnership when building technology solutions; helping NZ Police make New Zealand the safest country; what has kept Chris at Smudge for the last 10 years; how the best technology solves real everyday problems.

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1 year ago
17 minutes 52 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Michael Sheedy from Hartwell Simulation

Published in April 2024. In this interview, our Managing Director Reuben Bijl interviews Smudge customer Michael Sheedy. Michael is a biomedical engineer who designs and develops medical devices and simulation tools to improve patient outcomes. Michael and the team at Hartwell Simulation have created and commercialised a vital signs simulation system that allows clinical teams to practice rare or critical events so they’re better equipped to meet such situations in real life.

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1 year ago
34 minutes 58 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Devin Davies on Crouton and the Vision Pro

In April 2024, Smudge employee Devin Davies was invited to speak at a developer conference in Beijing about his experience creating the Crouton app for Apple Vision Pro. After returning from his trip, Devin sat down with Reuben to recount the experience and discuss the current state of the Vision Pro developer community.

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1 year ago
6 minutes 44 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Welcome to Season 2

A brief introduction to Season 2 of Solving Problems with Technology by Smudge. In Season 2, we hear directly from Smudge customers, partners and employees about how they solve real-world problems with technology.

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1 year ago
39 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Next Steps

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl wraps up Season 1 of Solving Problems with Technology, and recommends some next steps.


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4 years ago
2 minutes 7 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Keeping it Simple
Smudge co-founder Toby Vincent unpacks the need for simplicity when solving problems with technology. It takes effort and intentionality to design with simplicity but it’s worth it, both for creators and end users.
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4 years ago
8 minutes 21 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Iteration
The biggest challenges are often solved iteratively, one step at a time. In this chapter we talk about the value of working iteratively, biting off small chunks and learning as you go.
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4 years ago
6 minutes 37 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Building Empathy
Smudge co-founder Toby Vincent explains why developing a deep level of care and understanding for users is an important step towards getting great outcomes with technology.
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4 years ago
11 minutes 4 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Generalists and Specialists
Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl discusses the importance of getting the right blend of generalists and specialists when tackling a technology project.
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4 years ago
6 minutes 59 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Culture of Learning
In this chapter we discuss the importance of creating a culture of learning, and how to encourage your team to confidently express themselves when they’re solving problems with technology.
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4 years ago
5 minutes 40 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Balance
Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl discusses the need to balance human, business and technical considerations when solving problems with technology.
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4 years ago
6 minutes 36 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Intent
In this chapter we discuss the importance of anchoring your technology projects in a set of overarching intentions, and how shared intentions can encourage creativity and autonomy in a team setting.
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4 years ago
7 minutes 31 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Introduction

Smudge co-founder Reuben Bijl introduces Season 1 of Solving Problems with Technology.


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4 years ago
2 minutes 33 seconds

Solving Problems with Technology
Smudge is a design, software and business consultancy based in Christchurch, New Zealand. Season 1 is an audio series with Smudge co-founders Reuben Bijl and Toby Vincent where they share some of the knowledge and philosophy they’ve built since starting Smudge in 2008. Season 2 is an episodic series of conversations with customers, partners and the Smudge team. Visit www.smudge.com for more information and sign up to our newsletter 'The Fingerprint' to be kept up to date.