Our Usability Study Process
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If you’ve never requested a usability study bid before or you want to see how our process differs from others you have worked with in the past — this deck is for you. Here is the 5-step process June UX uses to plan and conduct moderated usability studies.
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• Users are skipping search completely. They can now use AI to get answers. So AI has changed everything …or maybe not. Our audience hasn’t changed. Their information needs haven’t changed. Their perception of quality hasn’t changed. In reality, the most important things haven’t changed at all. In this session, you’ll learn the impact of AI. And you’ll learn ways that AI can make us better at the classic challenges: getting discovered, connecting through content and staying top of mind with the people who matter most. We’ll use timely tools to rebuild timeless foundations. We’ll do better basics, but with the most advanced techniques. Andy will share a set of frameworks, prompts and techniques for better digital basics, using the latest tools of today. And in the end, Andy will consider - in a brief glimpse - what might be the biggest change of all, and how to expand your footprint in the new digital landscape.
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Key Takeaways:
Embrace AI for Local SEO: Learn to harness the power of AI technologies to optimize your website and content for local search. Understand the pivotal role AI plays in analyzing search trends and consumer behavior, enabling you to tailor your SEO strategies to meet the specific demands of your target local audience. Leverage the Content Factory Model: Discover the step-by-step process of creating SEO-optimized content at scale. This approach ensures a steady stream of high-quality content that engages local customers and boosts your search rankings. Get an action guide on implementing this model, complete with templates and scheduling strategies to maintain a consistent online presence. Maximize ROI with Dollar-a-Day Advertising: Dive into the cost-effective Dollar-a-Day advertising strategy that amplifies your visibility in local searches without breaking the bank. Learn how to strategically allocate your budget across platforms to target potential local customers effectively. The session includes an action guide on setting up, monitoring, and optimizing your ad campaigns to ensure maximum impact with minimal investment.Mastering SEO for Google in the AI Era - Dennis Yu
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Key Takeaways:
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janani Digital Marketer|Digital Marketing consultant|Marketing Promotion|Coim...
Myself Janani Digital marketing consultant located in coimbatore I offer all kinds of digital marketing services for your business requirements such as SEO SMO SMM SMO CAMPAIGNS content writing web design for all your business needs with affordable cost
Digital Marketing Services | Techvolt Software :
Digital Marketing is a latest method of Marketing techniques widely used across the Globe. Digital Marketing is an online marketing technique and methods used for all products and services through Search Engine and Social media advertisements. Previously the marketing techniques were used without using the internet via direct and indirect marketing strategies such as advertising through Telemarketing,Newspapers,Televisions,Posters etc.
List of Services offered in Digital Marketing |Techvolt Software :
Techvolt Software offers best Digital Marketing services for promoting your products and services through online platform on the below methods of Digital marketing
1. Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
2. Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
3. Social Media Optimization (SMO)
4. Social Media Marketing (SMM)
5. Campaigns
Importance | Need of Digital Marketing (Online Promotions) :
1. Quick Promotions through Online
2. Generation of More leads and Business Enquiries via Search Engine and Social Media Platform
3. Latest Technology development vs Business promotions
4. Creation of Social Branding
5. Promotion with less investment
Benefits Digital Marketing Services at Techvolt software :
1. Services offered with Affordable cost
2. Free Content writing
3. Free Dynamic Website design*
4. Best combo offers on website Hosting,design along with digital marketing services
5. Assured Lead Generation through Search Engine and Social Media
6. Online Maintenance Support
Free Website + Digital Marketing Services
Techvolt Software offers Free website design for all customer and clients who is availing the digital marketing services for a minimum period of 6 months.
With Regards
Janani Digital Marketer
Coimbatore,Tamilnadu.
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Gokila digital marketing| consultant| Coimbatore
Myself Gokila digital marketing consultant located in Coimbatore other various types of digital marketing services such as SEM
SEO SMO SMM CAMPAIGNS content writing web design for all your business needs with affordable cost
Digital Marketing Services | Techvolt Software :
Digital Marketing is a latest method of Marketing techniques widely used across the Globe. Digital Marketing is an online marketing technique and methods used for all products and services through Search Engine and Social media advertisements. Previously the marketing techniques were used without using the internet via direct and indirect marketing strategies such as advertising through Telemarketing,Newspapers,Televisions,Posters etc.
List of Services offered in Digital Marketing |Techvolt Software :
Techvolt Software offers best Digital Marketing services for promoting your products and services through online platform on the below methods of Digital marketing
1. Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
2. Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
3. Social Media Optimization (SMO)
4. Social Media Marketing (SMM)
5. Campaigns
Importance | Need of Digital Marketing (Online Promotions) :
1. Quick Promotions through Online
2. Generation of More leads and Business Enquiries via Search Engine and Social Media Platform
3. Latest Technology development vs Business promotions
4. Creation of Social Branding
5. Promotion with less investment
Benefits Digital Marketing Services at Techvolt software :
1. Services offered with Affordable cost
2. Free Content writing
3. Free Dynamic Website design*
4. Best combo offers on website Hosting,design along with digital marketing services
5. Assured Lead Generation through Search Engine and Social Media
6. Online Maintenance Support
Free Website + Digital Marketing Services
Techvolt Software offers Free website design for all customer and clients who is availing the digital marketing services for a minimum period of 6 months.
With Regards
Gokila digital marketer
Coimbatore
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2. Lack of Results: Investing time and resources without seeing tangible results can be disheartening. The absence of immediate results often leads businesses to lose faith in their SEO strategies. It's important to remember that SEO is a long-term game that requires patience and consistent effort.
3. Technical Challenges: From site speed issues to complex metadata implementation, technical hurdles can be daunting. Overcoming these challenges is crucial for SEO success, as technical issues can hinder your website's performance and user experience.
4. Keyword Competition: Fierce competition for top keywords can make it hard to rank effectively. Businesses often struggle to find the right balance between targeting high-traffic keywords and finding less competitive, niche keywords that can still drive significant traffic.
5. Lack of Understanding of SEO Basics: Many businesses dive into the complex world of SEO without fully grasping the fundamental principles. This lack of understanding can lead to several issues:
Keyword Awareness: Failing to recognize the importance of keyword research and targeting the right keywords in content.
On-Page Optimization: Ignorance regarding crucial on-page elements such as meta tags, headers, and content structure.
Technical SEO Best Practices: Overlooking essential aspects like site speed, mobile responsiveness, and crawlability.
Backlinks: Not understanding the value of high-quality backlinks from reputable sources.
Analytics: Failing to track and analyze data prevents businesses from optimizing their SEO efforts effectively.
6. Unrealistic Expectations and Timeframe: Entrepreneurs often fall prey to the allure of quick fixes and overnight success. Unrealistic expectations can overshadow the reality of the time and effort needed to see tangible results in the highly competitive digital landscape. SEO is a long-term strategy, and setting realistic goals is crucial for success.
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Key Takeaways:
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Design an eye-catching and inviting booth
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Implement technology to enhance the visitor experience
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Our Usability Study Process
- 1. Moderated Usability Tests user experience design & strategy Our 5-Step Process for Planning & Conducting
- 2. June UX specializes in UX design & usability testing.
- 3. We’ve conducted over 300 usability tests on paper, prototypes, websites & apps. On average, we uncover 113 issues per usability study.
- 4. This is the 5-step process we use to plan & conduct moderated usability studies.
- 6. First, we lay the groundwork.
- 7. We learn about the objectives of your usability study…
- 8. What you specifically want to learn.
- 9. Who you want to test your site or software.
- 10. We use this information to write a detailed usability test plan.
- 12. Next, we find the right people for your study.
- 13. We believe the recruiting process makes or breaks the quality of a usability study.
- 14. We use a rigorous approach to find participants who truly represent your users.
- 15. And we weed out those who aren’t a good match.
- 16. We find high-quality participants using a number of methods.
- 17. • Your email database • Your website (via an intercept tool) • Your social media accounts • Research panel
- 18. We also use many creative methods to recruit hard-to-find participants.
- 20. Next, we set up the test in a way that ensures we collect good data.
- 21. A comprehensive discussion guide ensures each session is conducted in a consistent manner.
- 22. In a 60-minute session, a test participant might complete 2 to 7 tasks.
- 23. Or, we might create tasks with the participant rather than give pre-defined tasks.
- 25. We can conduct a usability study anywhere…
- 26. …at a formal research facility, a conference room at your office, or even the participant’s kitchen table.
- 27. It’s showtime!
- 28. As an observer, you will be able to watch and listen to the sessions in real-time.
- 29. We use a detailed discussion guide to facilitate sessions, but a test can go in any direction.
- 30. Some participants will only complete one task. Others will rush through with time to spare.
- 31. We plan for that.
- 32. Once a task is given to a participant, we try to remain mute.
- 33. We find this gives us better, truer insights into the user flow & experience.
- 34. After each task, we ask follow-up questions & explore trouble spots more deeply.
- 35. At the end of each session, your team will have a chance to submit additional questions.
- 36. In between test sessions, we lead recap sessions with you & your team.
- 37. Recap sessions are critical to the success of a usability study. You will see things no one else sees.
- 38. By the fifth test session, the biggest usability issues will be absolutely clear…
- 39. But we recommend a minimum of 8-10 sessions to uncover the majority of usability issues.
- 41. After the usability study, we analyze the findings & then present the major themes to you.
- 42. We know presentation decks will be shared with teams who were not involved in the usability study.
- 43. Our usability reports are designed to be immediately actionable & shareable.
- 44. Learn more about our usability testing process, methodologies & most common usability findings at our blog.
- 45. Happy users online equals a happy bottomline.