Chapter
The Downsides of Digital Optimization
1:27:52 - 1:31:28 (03:36)
The focus on optimization in digital often overlooks potential problems and failures. This can be problematic as it fails to account for the inevitable glitches and errors that come with any system.
Clips
A discussion about the lack of attention given to digital errors and the importance of discretionary effort.
1:27:52 - 1:29:49 (01:57)
Digital
Summary
A discussion about the lack of attention given to digital errors and the importance of discretionary effort.
ChapterThe Downsides of Digital Optimization
Episode#049 - Rory Sutherland - Psychology In The World Of Advertising
PodcastModern Wisdom
The optimization mindset of tech designers may lead to chaos when reality doesn't go as planned, creating a Kafkaesque nightmare.
1:29:49 - 1:31:28 (01:38)
Technology
Summary
The optimization mindset of tech designers may lead to chaos when reality doesn't go as planned, creating a Kafkaesque nightmare. The touted "naive Nirvana" of perfect technological execution may not be feasible or desirable in the complex world we live in.