qGrid
Agency Client
Design System
UX/UI Design
Overview
QGrid is a data reliability platform that swiftly detects data problems using AI and raises incidents with root cause analysis so you can quickly fix data issues before they impact your business.
Highlights
Created visual concepts for the Vilcek Foundation and Indy Parks & Rec websites which were valuable to UI designers.
Streamlined the internal design system process by creating a starter template in Figma, leading to increased efficiency for both designers and developers.
Analyzed audience interviews to create user personas and improved information architecture of Texas Higher Education Board website.
Time Frame
2 Months
The Challenge
The teams at Forum One had been struggling with a consistent design system that could be used across different projects. As a result, the tech team spent too much time coding the same elements and functionality for each project. Also, the design team spent too much time creating wireframes that could be made quickly using a design system template.
Team
Rachel Feltes, Project Manager
My Role
I was assigned to create a starter design system that can be used as the foundation for all their projects. This starter design system will include a style guide, components, patterns, and Figma guidelines that can be quickly tailored for each individual project.
The Impact
Collaborated with a diverse cross-functional team by conducting discovery and ideation workshops to streamline the internal design system process and create a Figma component library, resulting in 10+ hours saved per project.
Reflections
Creating a well-rounded design system is no easy feat and requires input from a variety of stakeholders from across the organization.
It's important to keep in mind that design systems are living documents; there should always be room for creativity and new ideas.
I've gained a strong understanding of various industry methodologies aimed at understanding and empathizing with users during audience research and UX design.
Visual concepts are paramount for understanding a client's expectations and setting the tone for a successful project.