As designers what do we mean when we describe the “UX Maturity” of an organisation? Simply put, lack of UX Maturity means the business is solution focused. Strong UX Maturity means the business is problem focused. Problems are the issues users have with your software. The amount of focus the business spends on this determines […]
When designing, do you dictate or collaborate? You get so much more out of collaboration. For one, you get many different ideas from which to pick, and for another you can mix and match the best ideas to come up with a great design. Don’t forget to research it with your users, they are part […]
Quick observation: It’s fascinating to me how many startups begin with purple as their brand colour, and then invariably move away from it. Purple is cool! But maybe it’s one of the colours people can’t/don’t/won’t take seriously? As an example, Heroku when it first launched was full on purple, now they are swinging over toward […]
How does sociology relate to usability in software design? From a sociological perspective, usability isn’t just about the technical aspects of a product or system. It’s about the relationship between humans and technology. This includes how social norms, cultural contexts, and group dynamics affect the way people perceive and use technology in their daily lives. […]
Do you use a design style guide to build and maintain your SaaS application? It can help you design and build more efficiently. You can design for quick and smooth development using your style guide – reuse the building blocks you have and create new ones when needed. A solid design style guide is a […]
I’ve been thinking a lot about the job market lately. It’s been a while since I was out there, so I wonder how I would approach it. The acceptance rate is abysmal, about 1-2%. So, you have to make a great impression fast to have the best chance. I would flip the script and use […]
AI gets a lot of press as if it were a magical, world-changing tool. But what does it do best? An idea is a house, and AI is the sandpaper smoothing the edges. Don’t let AI build your house for you. AI is a tool whose main function is to refine human-generated ideas. And it’s […]
In software design, staying focused on the user’s problem is crucial. Keep it simple. Two tools can help maintain this focus: Personas and User Journeys. This focus ensures that the solutions you develop are relevant, effective, and truly helpful to the user. Design Thinking workshops, when done properly, involve multiple stakeholders in thinking about the […]
How can I help you? How does this question make you feel? Do you feel heard, inspired, welcomed? You might even feel a little confused. Did you expect a more challenging answer? More friction? I try to always have this attitude because time is short, and this phrase shows gratitude. Thanks for coming to me […]
Being a generalist designer works best at a start-up company. Being a specialist works best at a bigger company. Is there more nuance here though? It is easy to get the two confused. For example, a designer applies to a start-up company hoping to build their portfolio when in reality they are pixel pushing for […]