Many web designers and graphic designers do not like to design by the committee because it can raise the risk of the project being derailed and no one being happy with the result.
When too many people are making decisions without a clear structure, it can delay a project and cost more money for the client. However, it is not always bad, and it can work if done correctly.
If many people are working on a project, it is important to have clear roles. There should be one person who is in contact with the designer, and there should be people who can make decisions at the beginning of the project.
Pros of Designing by Committee
Point of View
It can be helpful to have a balanced view. If you have people on your team who agree with you, you can trust their opinion. They will give feedback based on the goals in the design brief. If the current design concept isn’t solving one of the problems outlined in the brief, or there are important questions you want to ask the designer, it can help to talk about it.
Lessen the overwhelm.
When you have a team, you can assign tasks and roles. This will help take some of the stress off of you. You can also make decisions together and communicate better. With more people working on the project, there is less chance something will be missed.
More enthusiasm from the team!
When people help make decisions, they feel more included in the project. This makes them more excited about the brand and more motivated to make it succeed.
Cons of Designing by Committee
Too many opinions
Sometimes people's opinions can be based on what they like, instead of what the goal of the project is. When this happens, it can be hard to make decisions because everyone has a different opinion.
Confusion for the designer
If there are too many people giving suggestions, it can be hard for the designer to keep track of what they are supposed to do. They need someone who they can go to if they have any questions about the design.
Clashes in the team
You cannot please everyone. If one opinion is more important than another, it can cause tension in the team. This can take the focus off the main goal, which is to create the right design for the brand's target audience.
Conclusion
To have a successful design project, it is important to have a clear understanding of everyone’s role and what they are contributing. When people feel like they are included in the decision-making process and their opinions matter, the team works better together.
However, when there are too many people giving suggestions or trying to take control, it can be difficult for the designer to stay on track. It is also important to remember that you cannot please everyone and some opinions may be more important than others.
By considering all of these things, you can create a smooth-running team with minimal conflict.
Have you ever worked on a design/development project with others? What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them? I would love to hear from you! Email me at [email protected].