Solution Design Group

08/27/2026

Most organizations don't have a shortage of AI ideas.

The harder question is: Which ones are actually worth pursuing?

Maybe it's automating a manual process for the business. Maybe it's accelerating the software delivery process. Maybe it's rethinking a customer experience to deliver value in an entirely new way.

That's why our AI for Impact approach starts with the business value, not the technology.

SDG's AI Opportunities Workshop brings business and technology stakeholders together to evaluate existing ideas, assess value and feasibility, surface data or operational dependencies, and identify the strongest candidates to move forward.

With our efficient approach, we can help you quickly identify the right opportunities for measurable impact. Let's talk! https://www.solutiondesign.com/contact/

08/26/2026

You’re officially on the team! Now… please wait three days for your laptop, another two for system access, and maybe someone can tell you where the bathroom is?

Steve Bunda and Nick Bruecken join the podcasters to talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious friction points of onboarding in consulting. From seamless welcomes to chaos and unknowns, the team discusses how taking an active role in the process can ease the transition and pave a better way for others that follow.

Listen here! https://www.solutiondesign.com/podcast/onboarding-the-g…-bad-the-awkward/

A digital consulting firm from Minneapolis, MN specializing in strategy, products, and technology.

08/25/2026

Getting better takes time, but the payoff can be pretty sweet!

This edition of The Pollinator explores the power of continuous improvement, the value of curiosity, and the mindset that turns challenges into opportunities for growth.

Check it out: https://pollinator.solutiondesign.com/p/getting-better-all-the-time

08/19/2026

The AI conversation is shifting. It’s no longer just “Where can we use AI?” Now the question is: “Where can AI create measurable value?”

Across the work we’re doing with organizations, we’re seeing four categories of work where real value is emerging:

Automate, Accelerate, Transform and Orchestrate.

These aren’t maturity stages or a sequence. You may have opportunities in one area or all four, depending on your priorities. The goal is the same: move beyond experimentation and put AI to work where it can make a meaningful difference.

We help our customers focus their investments and get results that matter.

08/14/2026

Accessibility isn’t an afterthought, it’s about making sure people can actually use what we build.

Camille Westfall joins Allison, Peter and Kyle to take a closer look at accessibility across design, development, physical spaces, and processes. They discuss why accessibility should be addressed early (not after everything is built), how WCAG and the POUR principles fit in, and where tools like automated testing and AI can help.

When we design for accessibility, we’re not just helping a specific group of users. We’re often making the experience better for everyone.

A digital consulting firm from Minneapolis, MN specializing in strategy, products, and technology.

08/13/2026

The perfect summer evening? Baseball, sweet treats, and great company!

Our annual St. Paul Saints outing is a great reminder that some of the best moments happen outside the office, and last Friday night was no exception. Every year we bring employees and their families together for a fun night of cheering on the home team, catching up with coworkers, and building the relationships that make our culture special. Events like these are just one of the ways we bring our people together and strengthen the sense of community that makes SDG a great place to work.

08/07/2026

Passwords have had a good run—but their days may finally be numbered.
Join Peter, Kyle and Dan Schwie as they dive into passkeys, why they’re making passwords obsolete, and why logging in somehow feels both easier and more confusing than ever. From phishing-resistant security and AI-powered authentication to CAPTCHA frustrations and tales of forgotten credentials, it's a lively conversation about the future of proving you're really you.

A digital consulting firm from Minneapolis, MN specializing in strategy, products, and technology.

07/31/2026

What happens when AI, low-code platforms, and ambitious citizen developers collide? The answer is equal parts exciting and a little terrifying.

Join the podcast team as they unpack vibe coding, Copilot, Power Apps, and the realities of AI-assisted development—from rapid prototypes and clever automations to the guardrails you'll wish you had before deploying that "perfect" AI-generated solution.

A digital consulting firm from Minneapolis, MN specializing in strategy, products, and technology.

07/30/2026

This is what employee ownership looks like!

Some companies announce results. We celebrate the people behind them.

Every year, our stock price reveal is a chance to celebrate the value we've built together as a 100% employee-owned company. It's more than a number. It's a reflection of the work, commitment, and success shared by every employee-owner at SDG.

And if the confetti didn't give it away, we're pretty excited about it. 💙

07/23/2026

We have more information at our fingertips than ever before. But does that mean we're wiser?
The latest issue of The Pollinator explores where wisdom comes from, why it matters, and what it looks like in the age of AI.

Check it out!

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