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This post dives into why your COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) solution might seem right for you upfront, but may actually be the wrong choice in the long run. We’ll teach you about custom solutions, debunk common myths about COTS and custom solutions, break down when to use a COTS vs. a custom solution, and help to ensure your custom solution is a success.
This post provides easy-to-understand explanations and examples of UX/UI design, HCD, design/UX research, service design, and product design. Plus, see how Outwitly can help your organization through our service offerings!
Here are our best tips for a successful beta launch and smooth post-launch of your digital product. This post will cover MVPs and Beta Launches, why it’s important to ACTUALLY plan for the launch, and tips for your next Beta Launch and supporting users post-launch.
Are you investing in building your in-house UX design and research team? If so, you might be struggling to find the right people for the job, or maybe your current team isn’t getting the job done. If this sounds like you, you might be running into some of the most common pitfalls we see when non-UX experts try to recruit and hire into UX. This blog post will help you get started with your UX hiring process and help you avoid obstacles on the way!
Have you ever wondered whether to start with mobile-first or desktop-first design? More applications start with a mobile-first approach to design because everyone has a smartphone! However, there are certainly times where going mobile-first isn’t the right move. This blog will break down the differences between mobile and desktop design and help you understand when to start with which!
We are often asked what the differences are between service design, UX, human-centered design, design thinking, design research, and the list goes on… It can be complicated and confusing, so we decided to create an all-encompassing guide with definitions for you (and us)!
Have you experienced challenges in getting your ideas heard by executives, stakeholders, or across departments? We know it can be hard to persist, but the reward is worth the struggle! Learn how to overcome these challenges and champion design within your organization.
Do you ever wonder about the differences between UX and UI Design? Both are necessary for creating a stellar product, but UX design is important. Just because a design looks great (UI) doesn’t mean it will work well (UX)!
We explore how tech-led companies can overcome new challenges and common growing pains in product and feature development by adopting and championing UX best practices among their teams.
To what extent has your business or organization adopted UX research and design? Using a UX Maturity Scale, we help you identify where your organization’s user experience currently stands, and what steps to take in order to level-up.
Usability testing in a remote world presents its own benefits and challenges. We remote mobile usability testing and UX research best practices and tools, as well as data security, ethics, and inclusivity.
Does your organization have a clear vision or set of guiding principles? We explore why your company might need North Star Principles to make strategic product/service decisions and to ensure you’re offering the best customer experiences.