R&D : shaping the Future of Innovation
At 01 Innovation, we believe that progress comes from experimentation, curiosity, and continuous learning. Our R&D Lab embodies this philosophy, providing a dedicated space to test, explore, and validate emerging technologies. By pushing boundaries, we gain strategic insights into the digital trends that will shape tomorrow’s world.
The Lab : a Hub for Innovation and Experimentation
At 01 Innovation, the Lab is a space where creativity, technology, and collective intelligence come together to explore, experiment, and share. It produces valuable content and tools designed to simplify complexity and drive innovation.
Innovative Tools
Our designers create gamification-based tools—such as Agile Gardener, Shifter, Design Fiction, and User Jumanji—to make complex concepts more accessible and engaging.
Cutting-Edge Experiments
We develop hands-on experiments, like HAL-1 (our virtual assistant), to explore the evolving relationship between humans and machines—spanning emotions, automation, and technology.
Acculturation & Knowledge Sharing
At 01 Innovation, knowledge grows through sharing. Our interactive learning sessions help teams understand and embrace emerging trends in an engaging, educational format.
Thought Leadership & Publications
Through insightful articles and research series (such as the Surirobot/HAL-1 Saga), we share our expertise, convictions, and forward-thinking insights with the wider innovation ecosystem.
How the Lab works : from Ideas to Innovation
The Lab is a dynamic space where new uses and emerging technologies come to life. Whether through in-house initiatives or strategic partnerships, we explore, experiment, and bring ideas to reality.
Spotting Emerging Trends
Every six months, we analyze and prioritize emerging topics, identifying the technologies and trends that will shape the future. Through design fiction workshops, we co-create possible future use cases, involving our team and sometimes our clients to anticipate their societal impact.
Project Selection & Team Formation
For each selected concept, we establish a structured project framework, assembling a hybrid design-tech team. A minimum viable product (MVP) is defined as the focus of the experimentation.
Iterative Development & Knowledge Sharing
Projects advance through agile iterations, each with clear objectives. Throughout the process, we document findings, publish insights, and share learnings with our community to fuel continuous innovation.
