Achieve Quote by Thomas Watson, Jr
“Great design will not sell an inferior product, but it will enable a great product to achieve its maximum potential.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: IBM Corporate Leadership, 1965
Great design amplifies a product’s strengths, allowing it to reach its fullest capability.
In simple terms: Good design helps a product succeed.
Invest in thoughtful design.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- consumer electronics
- software platforms
- automotive design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can design and product strategy align?
- What metrics gauge design effectiveness?
Design alone cannot compensate for a flawed product concept.