Tapio Laukkanen

Tapio Laukkanen is a seasoned professional in industrial design and usability, currently serving as the Manager of Industrial Design and Usability at Planmeca since August 2022. Prior to this role, Tapio held the position of Industrial & UI Design Manager at Planmed Oy from April 2006 to August 2022, focusing on user experience within a multidisciplinary research and development team. Tapio's career began as an Industrial Designer at Planmed Oy, where contributions included designing medical and dental products and addressing usability challenges. Earlier, Tapio worked as an Industrial Designer at FogScreen Inc., conducting design management research for a startup. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Product and Strategic Design from Taideteollinen korkeakoulu - Konstindustriella högskolan, completed between 2000 and 2006.