THE SHIFT TO MULTI-DIMENSIONAL POWER
Design Power Index 2026
The DPI Pilot Index (Phase 2) marks a significant evolution in how we measure design’s impact. Moving beyond simple recognition, we now utilize a multi-dimensional model to provide a credible and comparable view of global design power.
PHASE 1: RECOGNITION (2025)
Recognition based on a single pillar
"Outside-in" assessment
Based on publicly available data only
PHASE 2: FULL ASSESSMENT (2026)
Full assessment across all four pillars
Structured self-declaration with supporting evidence
Independent Assessment Panel validation
STRATEGIC PAPER
Measuring Design's Economic Power
Presenting Design Power Index’s method by World Design Business Organization and Consulus
By Lawrence Chong and Rebecca Teo
Qualification Requirements
New participating organizations joining from Singapore, India, or China in 2026 must have a minimum 5-year operational history and meet at least one of the following economic benchmarks:
- Revenue: USD $50M+ annual revenue
- Valuation: USD $50M+ valuation
- Employees: 300+ full-time employees
- Education: 2,000+ enrolled students
- Non-Profit: USD $10M+ annual organizational expenditure
Participation Fees
Visibility & Engagement Package
Participation in DPI may be complemented by extended visibility options for organisations seeking broader public positioning. Assessment outcomes are independent of visibility package selection.
DBCS/WDBO Member
SGD 300
Non-Member
SGD 500
Participation in DPI supports:
• Structured assessment and review process
• Independent validation panel operations
• Publication and profile development
• Longitudinal index infrastructure
Visibility & Engagement Package
Participation in DPI may be complemented by extended visibility options for organisations seeking broader public positioning. Assessment outcomes are independent of visibility package selection.
DBCS/WDBO Member
SGD 5,000
Non-Member
SGD 8,000
Includes:
• Dedicated DPI profile feature on website
• Inclusion in Design Power Index publication
• Use of “2026 DPI Indexed Organisation” designation
• Invitation to be featured at the World Design Business Forum
• One-year WDBO membership
• One-year DBCS membership
• Two seats at the World Design Business Forum or Gala Dinner
• Commemorative DPI physical citation
Membership & Pricing Tiers
Founding Member Organizations
First Year
SGD $5000
Subsequent Year
SGD $2000
City & National Chapters
DPI Country
Governments
First Year
SGD $5000
Subsequent Year
SGD $2000
Companies
MNCs
SGD $1000 +
DPI $500
SMEs
SGD $500 +
DPI $300
Education
First Year
SGD $2000
Subsequent Year
SGD $800
Non-profits
First Year
SGD $500
Subsequent Year
SGD $300
Financier & Investors
First Year
SGD $500
Subsequent Year
SGD $200/Free
Participation Benefits
Design Power Profile
A comprehensive report of your organization's power across four dimensions.
Pillar Distinction
Opportunities for "Best in Pillar" or "Best Across Pillars" recognition.
Global Platform
Featured case study opportunities at the World Design Business Forum.
Benchmarking
Public positioning as a design-driven economic power.
Next Steps
Step 1: Invitation
Mar 2026
Receive official invitation and secure survey access link.
Step 2: Structured Declaration
May-Jun 2026
Complete concise online declaration across four pillars (12 core questions with supporting examples).
Step 3: Review & Panel Evaluation
May-Jun 2026
Internal processing and independent panel review to ensure consistency and coherence.
Step 4: Design Power Profile Results
Jul 2026
Receive Design Power Profile.
Step 5: DPI 2026 Published
Sep 2026
Inclusion in the DPI 2026 Cohort and public publication of Design Power Profiles.