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# Convergence and social impact
- URL: https://www.cesarrg.com/converge-and-social/
- Published: 2023-09-05T13:05:18.000Z
- Updated: 2023-09-26T19:02:35.000Z
- Author: César Rodríguez
- Tags: Technology, Design

#79 - Sep.2023

Two important core principles for any technology are: convergence and social impact. 

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Often, multiple technologies tend to **converge** or become dependent on each other. This creates new iterations, improvements, and networks of solutions that work in an ecosystem. Is part of the [combinational nature of technology](https://www.cesarrg.com/mix-balance/). 

Value compounds at every interaction. Many of the most important innovations are the result of several iterations of mixing [disruptive](https://www.cesarrg.com/inside-the-box/) technologies. 

Technology is also closely tied to **social impacts**. Technology has the power to change society, shaping how people connect and interact. Technology influences how people live. 

These principles can help us navigate and acknowledge important second-order outcomes from our tech-driven solutions. Things to think about: 

1. What complementary technology can you add to your solution to compound the value?
2. Are part of a more extensive technology network that could help leverage your value proposition?
3. What are the social challenges and opportunities that you should consider in your design?
4. In which positive or negative ways is your solution influencing your customers?
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