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Open Referral UK: website redesign

Open Referral UK: website redesign

A website redesign for adoption of a data standard for community services
Year
2021
Client
Heathrow
Heathrow
Team

Open Referral UK

Open Referral UK

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Open Referral UK: website redesign

A website redesign for adoption of a data standard for community services
Year
2021
Client
Heathrow
Team

Open Referral UK

My role
  • Exploring the visual style and layout of the website 

  • Co-create the design library 

  • Working with research to conduct the usability testing 

  • Handover to developer team, support CRM for content uploading Understanding Traveller Preference

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Context

Driving adoption of a data standard for community services

My learning

Open Referral UK is an open data standard for community services, providing a consistent framework for recording and sharing service information while driving its adoption.

Our team delivered a redesigned website to help the client establish an online presence and build a community around the standard. Additionally, we developed a communications and engagement strategy to reach potential adopters effectively.

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Context

Driving adoption of a data standard for community services

My learning

Open Referral UK is an open data standard for community services, providing a consistent framework for recording and sharing service information while driving its adoption.

Our team delivered a redesigned website to help the client establish an online presence and build a community around the standard. Additionally, we developed a communications and engagement strategy to reach potential adopters effectively.

Process

Start from Alpha& Beta phase

We began by reviewing the previous Discovery and Alpha projects to see how we could best build on the great work that had already been done.

We also ran user interviews to get input into where we should focus our efforts, by finding out where users had struggled with the alpha. Based on this it was clear that the areas needing most attention were: the standard’s online presence, communication and engagement with the ecosystem, governance structures for running and evolving the standard.

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Challenge
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My learning

User Interview

I collaborated with researchers to conduct remote usability testing via Google Meet, using clickable wireframe prototypes. Working alongside content designers, we refined the content and layout while gathering usability feedback on the website’s navigation, structure, and key pages to enhance clarity and user experience.

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Outcome

Final deliverables

The visual design process began by defining core elements such as the logo, typography, color, and layout. We explored various possibilities from scratch, refining the visuals in collaboration with lead interaction designer. The final design was implemented using a structured design library for consistency and scalability.

My learning

Deliver design with considering governance 

Collaboration was key throughout the process. I worked closely with a senior interaction designer, gaining valuable feedback to refine our approach. I helped bridge the gap between designers and developers, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.

Governance was also a priority. The handovers to stakeholder is a important start point to foster relationships with local councils and the public sector to support long-term adoption and scalability.

Accessibility played a crucial role in our work. I shadowed experts, conducted accessibility audits, and tested the product using assistive technologies. To ensure inclusivity, we also recruited a diverse group of users to provide valuable insights and feedback.

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