CHALLENGES & REFLECTIONS PART1/3
Rethinking Design Systems: Flexibility vs. Consistency KEY INSIGHTThe experience led me to value flexibility over rigid consistency in design systems, allowing for creative solutions that meet both business needs and aesthetic goals.
Harnessing Agility: Lessons from the Field
Comparing
design practices at different agile stages ...
Comparing with academic project approaches...
Academic ProjectsDesign Brief Driven
FOCUS
Addressing specific unmet needs of a small user segment.
APPROACH
Understand problem space and explore design opportunities, constrained by course requirements and academic goals.
DURATION
Less than 6 months
METHODOLOGY
Follow Double Diamond, emphasize user research and iterative design for better desirability.
PRIORITY
UX and visual appeal over technical feasibility and cost to clearly communicate design concept and designer skills.
FOCUS
Addressing specific unmet needs of a small user segment.
APPROACH
Understand problem space and explore design opportunities, constrained by course requirements and academic goals.
DURATION
Less than 6 months
METHODOLOGY
Follow Double Diamond, emphasize user research and iterative design for better desirability.
PRIORITY
UX and visual appeal over technical feasibility and cost to clearly communicate design concept and designer skills.
Commercial ProjectsBusiness Demand Driven
Prioritize business viability and feasibility, with functionality and stable performance taking precedence over visual design for MVP.
FOCUS
Developing strategic solutions for biz/tech needs.APPROACH
Communicate with stakeholders to understand business scenarios and market demands, based on robust logic.
DURATION
Typically over 6 monthsMETHODOLOGY
Agile development with 2-week design sprints for quick iterations.PRIORITY
Prioritize business viability and feasibility, with functionality and stable performance taking precedence over visual design for MVP.
CHALLENGES & REFLECTIONS PART2/3
Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in MVP CLIENT'S INITIAL CONCERNThe client, unfamiliar with Agile, was dissatisfied with the MVP's initial interface, finding it not visually appealing enough for sign-off.
PROACTIVE SOLUTION
I organized meetings with business analysts, client-side designers, and engineers, presenting various design solutions and explaining the trade-offs in design and development effort.
REFINED APPROACH
We integrated the client's branding with Vuetify components, enhancing visual appeal while maintaining the pace of Agile development.
Navigating Design Challenges in Agile Development
PROACTIVE SOLUTION
I organized meetings with business analysts, client-side designers, and engineers, presenting various design solutions and explaining the trade-offs in design and development effort.
REFINED APPROACH
We integrated the client's branding with Vuetify components, enhancing visual appeal while maintaining the pace of Agile development.
CHALLENGES & REFLECTIONS PART3/3
Looking Ahead: Navigating Healthcare Innovation
Healthcare challenges, now and future Through my experience in medical projects, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the inherent caution in the healthcare industry, which often makes innovation challenging. Key issues that highlight this challenge include:
Looking Ahead: Navigating Healthcare Innovation
Handover BreakpointsCommunication gaps between stakeholders—frontline medical staff, business departments, quality control, operations, and procurement—can disrupt efficiency.
Risk-Averse CultureThe high stakes in healthcare lead to a strong preference for maintaining the status quo, as even minor changes can carry significant risks.
Heavy Workload for Medical Staff
High patient volumes and heavy workloads limit the ability of medical staff to rest and rotate, affecting both efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Long Patient Wait Times
Extended wait times for consultations and results can lead to missed intervention windows, impacting treatment outcomes.
Extended wait times for consultations and results can lead to missed intervention windows, impacting treatment outcomes.
Technological Debt
Outdated equipment and costly new technologies, coupled with a lack of integrated data systems, hinder the effectiveness of medical services.
Despite these challenges, my experience has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to navigate these complexities. I am ready to contribute to future innovations in healthcare, balancing the need for caution with the drive for meaningful progress.