Process
This process is my general guide and it is constantly evolving. The finer details are defined by the type of project and how the client/stakeholder wishes to work.
1. Understand
- Define the project/product
- Review the key objectives
- Conduct market analysis
- Consult available analytics
- Identify primary pain points
- Validate ideas with testing
2. Visualise
- Map out desired user journeys
- Define information architecture
- Wireframe complete solution
- Build core design patterns
- Design UI prototype
- Validate concepts with testing
3. Deliver
- Build working beta version
- Release beta for testing/feedback
- Continue refinements based on feedback
- Release alpha version of product
- Repeat 1 & 2 as required
My tools
I have a core set of tools I make use of day to day including whiteboards, markers, post-it notes. The following form part of my primary app toolkit:
Photoshop
Axure
Sketch
Illustrator
Jira
Espresso
Mac
iTunes
Under the guidance of strong leadership empowered with focused direction, I'm a firm believer that a talented team will always deliver the best solutions - irrespective of the platform or medium.