Data & Analytics Platform
A centralized website designed for Cisco’s data and analytics community, integrating critical data and resources to streamline access and enhance collaboration
AUDIENCE
People who work with Data at Cisco
MY ROLE
UX Designer
TOOLS
FIgma, Miro
Duration
1 month
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Critical information essential for the daily activities of data analysts, scientists, and engineers was scattered across various platforms or remained undocumented, existing only in the minds of individuals.
Our task was to identify and consolidate the key information that supports these employees, enabling them to focus on what truly matters.
The challenge involved reaching out to various stakeholders, each holding valuable information on topics such as data management, governance, blogs, recent events, and the Data Symposium, and bringing it all together in a unified platform.
SOLUTION
Build a website from the ground up with a renewed information architecture that aligns with Cisco’s guidelines, providing a user-friendly layout for easy access to key information on data management, governance, and learning resources.
Additionally, establish a communication channel for leaders and individual contributors to share and present relevant content, ensuring the site remains updated and aligned with the needs of Cisco’s data and analytics community.
Home Page
Centralized Information Hub: Aggregates all key resources such as Data Science Resources, Services, Learnings, Blogs, and Events for easy access.
Top-Level Navigation: The top navigation bar offers direct links to various resources across different platforms, providing quick context and streamlined access.
Data Symposium
Assisted employees across Cisco in registering for Data Symposium sessions.
Managed the development and updates of the website in three phases:
Introduction Phase: Provided an overview of the Data Symposium.
Pre-Event Phase: Enabled event registration for attendees.
Post-Event Phase: Offered access to session recordings for participants.
Learnings Page
Provides users with a quick overview of various learning programs.
Offers easy access to detailed subsets of each program.
Simplifies navigation to find relevant learning opportunities.
Enhances user experience by organizing information clearly.
Preliminary Research:
Understanding the keys goals for this product, assessing the current website, identifying the key stakeholders
Stakeholder Meetings:
Engaged with key stakeholders to understand their goals and upcoming initiatives, laying the groundwork for the project.
PROCESS
Iterative Designs
Continued to engage with additional stakeholders to understand their priorities and timelines, gradually expanding the website over the course of a year.
Information Architecture and Low-Fidelity Designs:
Performed tree mapping and testing to refine the site's structure, developed wireframes for various scenarios, and presented them to stakeholders for feedback.
High-Fidelity Designs:
Created a detailed prototype after several iterations and communicated the design rationale to ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations.
Developer Collaboration:
Shared design files with developers and provided ongoing guidance on design elements to ensure accurate implementation.
IMPACT
Improved User Experience:
The redesigned website offers a streamlined, intuitive layout, making it easier for users to access critical information quickly. This reduces the time spent searching for resources and increases overall productivity.
Centralized Information Hub:
By consolidating key data on management, governance, tools, and learning resources, the website serves as a one-stop shop for users, eliminating the need to navigate multiple platforms.
Enhanced Stakeholder Collaboration:
The establishment of a communication channel has fostered ongoing collaboration between stakeholders, ensuring the website remains up-to-date with relevant content and aligned with evolving organizational needs.
Scalability:
The iterative approach to expanding the website has allowed it to grow and adapt over time, accommodating new initiatives and priorities as they arise.
Alignment with Cisco’s Brand and Guidelines:
The project aligns the website with Cisco’s brand and corporate guidelines, ensuring consistency in messaging and presentation across the organization.