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User Experience Workshop

This document provides an overview of a user experience workshop focused on good design. The workshop consists of 5 chapters that cover various aspects of user experience design including an introduction to good design principles, a shift to user-centered design, interaction design, and mobile design considerations. The document emphasizes designing for the user through techniques like personas, customer journeys, prototypes, and optimizing the user interface. It also discusses persuasive design methods and the evolution of elements like the shopping cart to provide a more seamless user experience. The goal of the workshop is to explore standards and trends in user experience design and how they can create a more gratifying experience for users.

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user experience WORKSHOP 1
THE “GOOD DESIGN” WORKSHOP 2
Chapter 1: introduction 3
What exactly is good design? Write down your answer 4
INTRODUCTIONS 5
DIETER RaMS ON GOOD DESIGN 1 Good design is innovative. 6 Good design is honest. 2 Good design makes a product useful. 7 Good design is long-lasting. 3 Good design is aesthetic. 8 Good design is thorough, down to the last detail. 4 Good design makes a product understandable. 9 Good design is environmentally-friendly. 5 Good design is unobtrusive. 10 Good design is minimal. 6
all we need is good design? Q What is the difference between good design and user-centered design? A 7
The history of ux Ergonomics User Experience 1950s 1990s iPad Usability 1980s Application File Edit View Draw Object New Open Close Application File Edit View Draw Object New Open Close 8
Where to focus? Function Behavior Emotion 9
why focus on users? • Users are sophisticated and demanding. • People expect more than transactions; they want connections. • The relationship between brands and people is ever-evolving. 10
Goal of the workshop *** Explore current standards and trends in user experience design, the conceptual foundation for these practices, and how they create a more gratifying experience for the user. *** 11
WHY GOOD... AND NOT GREAT? 12
Q Why has current thinking evolved from user-centered design to user experience design? A 13
CHAPTER 2: user experience design 14
User Experience What it is 15
User Experience What it is Not 16
Step 1: capture • Functionality • Content • Design Step 2: ENGAGE step 3: CONVERT 17
Step 1: capture Step 2: engage • If a customers engages with your brand and the reward is clear, they will tune in. step 3: convert 18
Step 1: capture Step 2: engage step 3: convert • UX is successful when it conveys the brand’s purpose, engages the user’s emotion, and influences behavior. 19
user experience: 10 principles 1 2 3 4 5 Stay out of Limit Create a hierarchy Provide a strong Design flows people’s way distractions that matches information scent people’s needs 20
6 Provide context with cues and signposts 7 Makes actions reversible 8 Use constraints appropriately 9 Provide feedback 10 Make a good first impression 21
A word on e-commerce sites • Results are quantifiable. • Designs tend to be results-oriented. • There is less motivation to innovate. • It is easy to fall into the trap of focusing only on numbers. • Traditionally, metrics like page views, bounce rates, and conversion rates are not enough to measure user experience. 22
DO NOT FOCUS ON EXECUTING AN IDEA... 23
FOCUS ON EVOKING A SENSATION AND DESIGNING AN OUTCOME. 24
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Chapter 3: a focus on users 26
A SHIFT IN PERSPECTIVE Let’s think about... thinking. 27
Theory of “mindtime” how it works We have thoughts that address the past, present, and future: PAST: A record of successes and failures, the standard established to define truth PRESENT: Trends, assets, resources. Involves monitoring the environment to make plans to move forward FUTURE: New possibilities, exploration, adaptation, scanning ahead 28
our application of “mindtime” • People come to a site with a purpose, rooted in a particular mindset. • Understanding how the user’s thoughts are oriented (past, present, or future) can help you engage them with a meaningful experience. • Understanding the user’s mindset is critical to user-centered design. 29
What is a persona? 30
Elements of personas DEMOGRAPHICS PRIMARY GOALS ROLES EXPERIENCE ORGANIZATIONAL MINDSET ATTRIBUTES OR MOTIVATION 31
User experience design parallels to dating 1st impression branding, visuals engage navigation, content relate interaction, flow connect content close* conversion *or stay on her mind so that she will call/is open to a relationship 32
user experience design Points to evaluate Appearance: How does it look? Interaction: How do I access it? Information: What is it? Structure: How is it presented? Conceptual Model: Does it make sense to me? Value: Does it matter to me? 33
Activity 1. Identify a persona 2. Define a customer journey 34
Chapter 5: interaction design 35
introduction As defined by the Interaction Design Association: “Interaction Design (IxD) defines the structure and behavior of interactive systems. Interaction Designers strive to create meaningful relationships between people and the products and services that they use, from computers to mobile devices to appliances and beyond. Our practices are evolving with the world; join the conversation.” 36
The main question How can we use psychology to create fun, engaging and effective interactions with customers? 37
The activities of interaction design • Gather & Define Requirements • Create Scenarios • Structure the Framework • Design the Solutions • Evaluate • Refine 38
site maps • Identify the structure of websites • Simplicity comes from structure • GOAL: To help people understand where they can locate content HOME SUB SUB SUB SUB TOPIC TOPIC TOPIC TOPIC 39
site map structure types Linear structure • No active user intervention possible • Each item of information built on others 40
site map structure types Tree structure Users reach various subsidiary pages from the homepage. • The branches offer various navigation possibilities • Logical structure (hierarchical structure) 41
site map structure types Single frame structure • Experienced as a single page by users • No hierarchies 42
site map structure types Jump-line structure • Linear screen arrangement • User can reach any page from the homepage • Little interactivity 43
task flows • Take site maps further by identifying the actions that users can take within a section of the site. • Draw connections to error states. Sign In Did user provide valid credentials? Error Screen No Yes Signed In View 44
swimlanes • Align and integrate task flow with business processes, technical requirements, and online/offline dependencies. TASK FLOW BUSINESS ANALYST TECHNICAL 45
wireframes • Show the layout of an interface screen. • Describe each element and behavior. • Focus on layout, labels, and interactions. • Avoid finished design elements such as color and photos, instead use placeholders for copy and images. 46
interaction design: Prototypes • Mimic the functionality of a website • Iterative • Getting buy-in • Can be used to evaluate with users • It is part of a process, not an artifact 47
The tools • Microsoft Visio • Balsamiq • Axure • OmniGraffle • Adobe InDesign • Adobe Illustrator • Keynote or PowerPoint 48
navigation Users should always know where they are, where they came from, how to get back, and where to go next. 49
Important questions for navigation What is the purpose of the site? What actions can the user perform on the site? Do they understand how to get there? Will the user’s goals be met? 50
Navigation design: 10 principles 1 Let users know where they are 6 Stay consistent 2 Let users know where they were 7 Follow web conventions 3 Let users know where they are going 8 Do not surprise or mislead the user 4 Make it easy to get there 9 Provide users with support and feedback 5 Provide the correct navigation options 10 Give users an “out” 51
buttons • Buttons serve the purpose of getting the user to perform an action. • An effective call to action: • Draws the user’s attention by being a larger size in comparison to surrounding elements. • Is positioned prominently on the page. • Is set apart with ample whitespace. • Is usually a contrasting color. • Offers a secondary, alternative action (Sign Up Now or Take A Tour.) 52
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tabs • Buttons that are usually aligned side-by-side horizontally • Distinguished by the fact that they are connected to a larger container • Websites started using tabs for navigation purposes (Amazon, 1998) • Excellent metaphors of real-life file tabs • Improve content organization • Visually pleasing 54
WHEN TO USE TABS • Grouping related information • Information that does not need to be compared or accessed simultaneously • Terse content 55
TAB GUideLineS • Tabs must look and behave like tabs. • Place navigation at the top of the page. • Only have one row of tabs. • Always have one of the tabs pre-selected. • Clearly indicate which tab is currently active and which tabs are currently inactive. • The active tab should appear connected to the content area. 56
TAB GUideLineS • Consider grouping related tabs. • Arrange tab labels in an order that makes sense for your users. • Use title style capitalization. • Tab labels should be only one-to-two words and written in plain language. • Ensure fast response time. • Do not use tabs to replace breadcrumbs. 57
forms • Forms have undergone a similar evolution to shopping carts. • Originally, each field was filled out manually. • Now, there auto-fill pulls your information from other sites and browser history. 58
a successful form • Indicates the user’s progress when multiple pages are involved. • Asks only for information that is necessary (no marketing questions.) • Keeps the fields simple, direct, and easy to read. • Confirms the submission of the form. 59
errors • Traditionally, errors were pointed out using red text or a dialog box. • Today, the best error recovery indicators use alternatives to text. • Consider human-to-human interactions and other types of language that a user can understand beyond text alone. 60
mobile • People use their mobile devices to enhance productivity, comfort, and pleasure, everywhere and at anytime • Mobile applications need to focus on a core utility; content must be relevant in the context that it is being used (on the go.) • They need to be fast and reliable in order to be valuable in those environments. 61
What percentage of smartphone owners use their devices to check prices in stores? 62
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“If you haven’t used your mobile phone to initiate some kind of financial transac- tion, then you better get on board because it is quickly becoming the fastest-grow- ing segment in the consumer financial world. According to IDC Financial Insights, the number of consumers using their smartphones to complete online or offline transac- tions has doubled as of May 2012. About 37 percent of consumers said they plan to compare prices on their mobile de- vices while at brick-and-mortar stores, according to PriceGrabber.com.” -Bloomberg, July 2012. 64
When planning an app: What should our app do? Why? What should our app do differently from its competitors? What should our app do better than its competitors? 65
define ui brand signatures • Each user interaction should reflect the story of the brand. • Features, visuals, wording, fonts, and animations make a difference. i. Differentiate ii. Represent key functions iii. Set the pattern of the design language 66
OPTIMIZE FLOWS AND UI ELEMENTS • Users will not wait. • “Every millisecond counts.” -Google 67
balance: functionality aesthetics usability performance 68
touch points DO: DON’T: Bigger the better Switch from fingerpad to fingertip Limited options Group targets near each other 69
“Don’t shrink, rethink.” NOKIA 70
responsive design • The website responds to you, rather than making you deal with it (by scrolling or magnifying or whatever-else-ing in order to view it comfortably.) -Fast Company 71
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responsive design • Code the website once but allow it to be flexible to fit the device. Good news: Bad news: Coded once Many more wireframes 73
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Fun THeory VIdeos 75
REASON OR EMOTION ? 76
You can’t make decisions without EMOTions Saver and Damasio (1991) 77
CAN DO WILL DO 78
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excitement 80
social 81
love 82
effort 83
why did you join facebook? 84
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PERSUASIVE design There are seven main methods in the persuasive design “arsenal”: 1 Reciprocation - “I like to return favors.” 2 Commitment - “I like to do what I say.” 3 Social Proof - “I go with the flow.” 4 Authority - “I’m more likely to act on information if it’s told by an expert.” 5 Scarcity - “If it’s running out, I want it.” 6 Framing - “I’m influenced by the way prices are framed.” 7 Salience - “I care about what’s relevant to me right now.” 86
The evolution of the shoppinG cart • The user flow from product page to order submission has evolved over time. • Originally, it was a long process: Add to Cart > Checkout > Register/Sign In > Enter Billing/Shipping Info > Submit Order • Today, there is 1-Click Checkout, paying through PayPal, having one shopping cart from multiple stores (or sellers, like on eBay.) 87
today’s shopping cart • The online shopping cart is more flexible than its physical counterpart. • Improvements come about from thinking outside the box. THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX 88
successful shopping cart traits • Welcomes users by name. • Points out that an item has been added (immediate feedback.) • Links back to the original product. • Gives users the option to keep shopping and brings users back to the same place on the page. • Estimates the total cost (plus shipping and discounts based on zipcode.) • Allows for easy quantity edits/removal. 89
successful shopping cart traits • Saves items in cart across multiple sessions and windows. • Saves items in cart for adequate time periods. • Allows people to buy without registering. • Allows to save for later. • Can put on waitlist if out of stock. • Get e-mail notification or auto-purchase if out of stock. 90
CHECKOUT PROCESS • Does not have sub-pages or flows (e.g., referred shipping address, create an account.) It is a linear process. • Provides the opportunity to gift wrap or include a personal message. • Moves forward to the next step. • Visualizes journey/show progress. • Steers clear of ambiguous language such as back, next, proceed (e.g.,continue could mean “continue shopping” or “continue checkout” depending on state of mind of shopper.) 91
BROWSING 92
Outfit Builders 93
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Multiple Views 95
what are GREAT INTERACTIONS IN E-COMMERCE? 96
LIVE FEEDS 97
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SHOPPABLE MEDIA 99
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