Tools and methods for getting ideas out and organizing thoughts

There are many types of applications that readers can use for organizing their ideas, concepts, and ways to keep it all together. Brainstorming is a vital yet messy process. Also, depending on the ability of your team to meet on a regular basis, and how they meet (such as in person or online), can cause a range of problems if you want to keep things organized. The following suggestions offer some strategies for managing this both in a virtual and physical sense, but feel free to use or explore other methods that work for you.

Start pinning with Pinterest

Pinterest (www.pinterest.com) is a great starting place to get some basic ideas of all aspects of your application. In fact, because it is primarily based on images (and their associated content) it is a perfect place for inspiration. You can create an account pretty easily, and then once you're ready to go, it's just a matter of setting up boards. You can think of...