Summary

Process

FAQs

• 1. What is your design process like?

  My process is strategic and user-centered, starting with a deep-dive consultation to understand your business goals and target audience. From there, I conduct design research, create wireframes, develop UI designs, build prototypes, and work closely with your team throughout the project. Regular UX reviews and collaboration with developers ensure a smooth handoff and a product that meets user needs and business objectives.

• 2. How long does a typical project take?

  The timeline depends on the project's scope. For smaller projects like wireframing or UI design, it can take 2-4 weeks. Larger projects, including full product design, research, and prototyping, typically take 12-24 weeks. I’ll provide a detailed timeline after our initial consultation.

• 3. Do you work with agile teams or follow a waterfall approach?

  I adapt to both methodologies. I can work within an agile environment, participating in sprints and daily standups, or follow a waterfall approach for structured project briefings. My flexibility ensures smooth collaboration with your team, regardless of the process you use.

• 4. Will I be involved in the design process?

  Absolutely! Your input is vital. I keep an open line of communication throughout the project, with regular check-ins, reviews, and feedback sessions to ensure the design aligns with your vision and business goals.

• 5. What tools do you use for design and collaboration?

  I use Figma for wireframing, UI design, and creating design systems, as it allows for real-time collaboration and easy feedback. For project management and communication, I adapt to tools your team prefers, such as Jira, Trello, Slack, or Asana.

• 6. How do you ensure the design is user-focused?

  I conduct thorough user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights on user needs and behaviors. This research informs every step of the design process, ensuring the final product is not just visually appealing but also highly functional and user-friendly.

• 7. Do you provide a design system as part of your deliverables?

  Yes! I build a comprehensive design system tailored to your brand, including components, typography, color palettes, and icons. This system ensures consistency across all touchpoints and provides a scalable foundation for future updates.

• 8. How do you handle the handoff to developers?

  I provide organized, annotated design files (usually in Figma) and collaborate closely with the development team during the handoff. I’m available to answer questions, make necessary adjustments, and conduct reviews to ensure the final product aligns with the design.

• 9. What if we need to make changes after the project is complete?

  I ensure your team has everything they need to make changes by providing thorough documentation and a robust design system. For ongoing design support, we can discuss a separate maintenance or consulting arrangement tailored to your needs.

• 10. What makes your design approach unique?

  I bring 17 years of experience and NN/g-certified UX expertise to every project, with a strong focus on business results. I’ve worked with industry leaders like SAP, VMware Pivotal Labs, Microsoft, and Walmart, combining strategic thinking, user-centered design, and agile collaboration to drive impactful outcomes.