The forgotten users
Usability engineering and software engineering are still often understood as two independent processes. This leads to the fact that insufficient integration of user feedback and incomplete requirement gathering remain two core reasons why software projects fail.
Software development and usability in harmony
We can support you in matching your current development model and the user centred design approach based on DIN EN ISO 13407. An efficient software development process which takes into account internal and user requirements is a deciding success factor in today's competitive market.
Complementing competencies
Software programmers are often expected to be more than just good developers. They are expected to define the concept and design for the user interface even though, according to statistics, most of them have little or no knowledge of user experience design and usability. With shared knowledge and complementing competencies we can work together to achieve the best results for your users.
Benefits of User Centred Design Life Cycles
This holistic development approach brings many benefits:
- a more efficient development process based on user requirements
- fewer last minute change requirements and support requests from your users will reduce cost
- products with higher user acceptance and satisfaction create a clear market advantage
- strong visual design and a good user interface make your product into a brand
- price becomes less and less the differentiating factor
- a positive user experience creates trust and customer loyalty
More about the user centred design approach.
What we can do for you
We can support you in many different ways based on your individual project needs and preferences.
- Integrating the user centred design approach in your current development model
- Supporting you with usability and user experience services as an agency working closely with your team
- Regular coaching or training