Solution Design Group

05/27/2026

We’ve all been taught how to learn—study the material, take the class, pass the test.

AI challenges that model. It's not something you study, it's something you use.

The teams seeing real value from AI aren’t waiting for training—they’re experimenting, building, and applying it to their everyday work.

In our latest blog, we break down why AI isn’t a classroom experience—it’s hands-on, iterative, and built through doing.

https://www.solutiondesign.com/insights/the-age-of-ai-is-not-a-classroom-its-a-jobsite/

05/26/2026

As AI-powered "vibe coding" puts app development into the hands of non-engineers, organizations face a new challenge: balancing innovation with governance.

David Ellenberger joins the podcast team to explore the opportunities and risks of citizen development - from shadow IT and security concerns to the guardrails, processes, and partnerships needed to turn AI-generated ideas into scalable, production-ready solutions.

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

05/25/2026

Honoring those who gave everything. 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and service that makes our freedom possible.

Grateful. Always.

05/20/2026

Huge thank you to everyone who helped make the SDG Book & Pencil Drive a success!

These generous donations will help the Kids In Need Foundation provide critical resources for their Teacher's Resource Center, helping to equip classrooms with much needed supplies. In just the past six months, the Teacher Resource Center has served over 3,000 teachers across nearly 500 schools. Now even more educators will have the tools they need to inspire learning and growth.

We’re grateful for this amazing community—thank you for making a real impact.

05/15/2026

We're back! And talking baseball.

John Brindel joins Chad and Peter to explore the evolution of sports statistics. They discuss the impact of Moneyball, the rise of sports gambling, and how data is reshaping decisions for teams, leagues, and fans alike, while reminding us that no statistic can fully predict the magic and unpredictability of sports.

Tune in!

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

05/14/2026

Are you going to Data Tech tomorrow?

SDG is proud to sponsor DataTech and excited to share some of the AI work we've been doing for customers. Check out

https://minneanalytics.org/data-tech-2026/

05/13/2026

We’re heading to Seattle!

SDG is excited to attend the 2026 AWS Partner Program Roadshow next week. As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, we’re looking forward to connecting with fellow partners, learning what’s next, and bringing fresh ideas back to our customers.

If you’ll be there, let’s connect.

05/06/2026

SDG is proud to support CIOs Against Cancer and the incredible tech community showing up to make a difference.

There are still tickets available for tomorrow's event!

This Auction and Impact Dinner brings together leaders across Minnesota to raise awareness and fund groundbreaking cancer research through the American Cancer Society.

We are grateful to be part of it—and to everyone helping push this mission forward. 💙

05/01/2026

From customer-first to profit-first — and everything in between.

In this episode, the podcast team is joined by Jeff Urban to unpack Cory Doctorow’s “Ensh*ttification” — a recent SDG Book Club pick — and how platforms like Amazon and Google evolve in ways that can erode user experience. From shrinking value to rising prices, we explore what’s driving the shift — and what it might take to push it back.

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

04/29/2026

Where Product Thrives

If it’s digital, it must be IT… right? Not always.

IT teams are built to optimize for stability and reliability. Product teams are built to learn, experiment, and create value through uncertainty. Both are essential—but they don’t thrive under the same structures.

This month The Pollinator explores why many successful digital products are built alongside IT, not inside it—and how AI is making that distinction even more important.

If you’re a product manager, designer, or maker navigating IT governance, this one’s for you.
Read the April issue: https://ow.ly/VHib50YRYQ9