What is design thinking?

• A framework that allows us to redefine problems to seek solutions that may not have been seen
• An iterative process that understands and empathizes with the user
• A process that challenges and tests the assumptions product or service managers/designers may have. A non-linear process

What is human centered design?

• We focus on developing solutions to problems or opportunities by putting the human perspective into all parts of the problem-solving process, to meet their needs
• It’s “a human-centered approach to innovation that draws from the designer’s toolkit to integrate the needs of people, the possibility of technology, and the requirements for business success” (Tim Brown, CEO, IDEO)

How do they work together?

Design thinking looks at the bigger picture—It’s focused on innovation and creating products or services that solve problems.
Human-centred design looks at the details—It is a way of improving the usability and the user experience of a particular product or service. 
Takeaway: Design Thinking is a Process, Human-Centred Design is a mindset.