Decision Quote by Jared Spool
“In all situations where bad design decisions were made, people lacked some information that would have helped them make the right decision.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Designing for Interaction, 2005
Bad design stems from missing information that could guide better decisions.
In simple terms: Lack of data leads to poor design choices.
Key Takeaway
Gather needed information before deciding.
Themes
design
information
decision-making
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- UX workshops
- team meetings
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
Human‑centered design
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What data was missing?
- How can you uncover hidden information?
A Different Perspective
Information may be unavailable or ignored.
