Merilly Ruglas
AI Workflow & Product Systems Designer
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Most AI products don’t have an AI problem. They have a workflow problem. A lot of AI products today are technically impressive but operationally confusing:
• Unclear onboarding
• Unpredictable interaction patterns
• Fragmented user flows
• Weak human/AI coordination
• Too much cognitive overhead
The challenge isn’t just adding intelligence. It’s designing systems that help people:
• Understand what’s happening
• Trust the workflow
• Recover from ambiguity
• Stay oriented while complexity increases
That’s where operational UX and...
