IDEO
Global design and innovation company known for human-centered design.
Why choose IDEO?
Trusted by Apple, PillPack, Moderna and other leading companies.
In short
IDEO was founded in Palo Alto in 1991 and popularized human-centered design; its studios now include Cambridge, Chicago, London, San Francisco and Shanghai. It hires across unusual disciplines, from nurses to architects, and runs IDEO Health, IDEO AI and IDEO Play alongside its client work.
It designed Apple’s first mouse, launched PillPack, later bought by Amazon, and worked on culture with Moderna; Ford and Intercorp are also named clients. IDEO U and IDEO.org carry the method into training and nonprofit work. It ranks fifth on our product design list.
Organizations designing a new product, service or experience from research up, where the question is still open, should shortlist it. A fast identity or website is not what the firm is for.
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FAQ
Where is IDEO based?
IDEO is based in Palo Alto, CA.
What services does IDEO offer?
IDEO offers Product Design, Service Design, UI/UX Design.
Who has IDEO worked with?
Clients include Apple, PillPack, Moderna, Ford.
Who is IDEO best for?
Organizations designing new products, services or experiences from research up.



