WIAD 2024 Program
Friday, 8 March 2024
How to Take and Organize Smart Notes (Workshop)
In this workshop, Sönke presents the personal knowledge management system known as «Zettelkasten». It is a system that works particularly well for life-long learners and… Read more
Sönke Ahrens
Independent Researcher, Systemic Consultant, Coach
Visualizing the Essence of an Idea (Workshop)
Working in a team and developing software is like playing in a band. you study your audience and try to deliver a concert to their… Read more
Roland Siegenthaler
Illustrator
Saturday, 9 March 2024
Registration
Opening Session
Putting Context into Context: Navigating a World of Information (Keynote)
Context matters. Even context can be put into context. But what is the ultimate context? I suggest that there is no «ultimate context», but rather… Read more
Sönke Ahrens
Independent Researcher, Systemic Consultant, Coach
ZuriACT: Zurich Accessible CiTy – Why Contextual Information Matters
Existing routing services and digital maps fail to provide practical navigation guidance for persons with mobility impairment or restrictions due to the lack of accessibility… Read more
Hoda Allahbakhshi
Academic Associate & Group Leader, UZH
Lunch Break
Contextual Intelligence: Elevating UX in the Age of AI
Join us for a concise exploration into the practical role of contextual intelligence in enhancing user experiences in the age of AI. Learn about the… Read more
Stephen Herold
Design Leader, Lecturer
Structure and Overview: Information Architecture at Worldmapgenerator.com
What does the world really look like? What information is a world map based on? And what happens to the world map if we change… Read more
Julia Mia Stirnemann
Designer, Inventor, Information Architect
Context and Authenticity in Historic Archives (Lightning Talk)
In this lightning talk, Tobias presents the importance of context and contextualization for historical archives. Today, archives no longer receive analog documents, but digital data… Read more
Tobias Wildi
Professor for Archival Studies, Independent Consultant
Lightning Talks Discussion
Coffee Break
Improv(e) your Leadership – When Improv Theater Meets Leadership
You will discover how the art of making spontaneous decisions, collaborating in the moment, and playing off each other’s strengths can not only craft a… Read more
Gilles Demarty
User Experience Architect
Closing Session and Networking
Info Lauren Hawker Zafer (2024)
Unfortunately, Lauren had to cancel her appearance at short notice. She will record her talk and make it available afterwards.
Navigating the AI Landscape: Context as the Anchor
In the ever-evolving realm of artificial intelligence, understanding the pivotal role of context is paramount, especially in the use of Generative AI. Join me in… Read more
Lauren Hawker Zafer
Chief Marketing Officer, Squirro