Ian J. Latchmansingh

Human-Centric Design Leader & Technologist in NYC
My résumé is best seen on LinkedIn. Otherwise, you can reach me via this contact form. I am currently the Head of Design for PanasonicWELL, a US-based R&D group working at the intersection of connected devices, families, and wellness. 
Organizations I’ve worked with include:

  1. NASA/JPL
  2. Wendy's
  3. Lloyds of London
  4. Better.com
  5. Bridgestone
  6. The New York Times R&D
  7. Veeva
  8. Disney
  9. John Deere
  10. PODS

Most recently served as Principal Design Technologist for AWS Prototyping & Cloud Engineering in NYC from 2019 - 2023. I designed and built human-centric prototypes that employ Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Internet of Things, and Spatial Computing. Previously a UX Director for start-ups and digital creative advertising.

PROTOTYPES & PRODUCTS

Industrial


  • Virtual Remote Auditing for GxP Compliance
  • CV/ML Detection of Product Defects in Aluminum Manufacturing with Fully-Synthetic Data
  • Agricultural Cost Center Business Intelligence for IoT-equipped Farms
  • Realtime Inventory Forecasting for Just-in-Time Manufacturing
  • Supply Chain Weakness Dashboards for Agricultural Logistics
  • Municipal Infrastructure Prediction and Planning Tools
  • Disaster Risk Monitoring Search Interfaces for Restoration Contractors

Consumer


  • VUIs for Drive Thru Restaurants
  • Consumer Care Care Subscription Services
  • Live Interactive Journalism
  • Virtual Doping Detection for Physical E-Sports
  • Online Learning for First-Time Homebuyers

Business


  • VUI Design for Clinical Trials and Medication Adherence
  • Distributed Consumables Procurement for Container Shipping
  • Connected Devices for C-Store Cleanliness Monitoring and Task Management
  • Predictive Fleet Vehicle Maintenance for SMBs
  • Intelligent Damage Detection for Rental Vehicles
  • Hybrid UIs for Realtime Customer Service Analytics
ALL  WORKS   PROJECTS  MEDIA
Drawing parallels between Jurassic Park and a design-focused startup, I highlight the challenges faced when a founder is deeply involved. I outline scenarios hindering effective design sprints, such as founders lacking patience and being emotionally attached to their vision. I also include proposed solutions like: highlighting tangible deliverables and framing feedback as advice. We must emphasize recognizing positive founder qualities while ensuring their behavior doesn't derail design.
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