global library organization
Mobile application development
About
They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application to compliment their website.
Role
Senior mobile app designer.
Skills
Information architecture, wireframes and high-fidelity mockups (Figma), accessibility development.
Problem
The organization has created a website with a search engine which allows patrons to search for books, periodicals, movies, and more from library organizations worldwide. They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application.
Before
Solution
We conducted dozens of end user interviews followed by Figma prototype testing to iteratively refine the design. Throughout the process, we ensured that the search functionality aligned with that of the parent website, maintaining consistency and familiarity for users. The result was an intuitive, lightweight mobile application that successfully achieved WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.
After
solution
Streamlined search experience
We launched the application with a streamlined approach. Taking the essential function of search and making it the primary function of the app.
The goal was to allow the patron to quickly search an item by name or author, identify the desired format (book, eBook, DVD, music, etc.), and view options to access.
- Input a search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
solution
ChatGPT Integration
To continue to be a leader in the industry, the team decided to integrate ChatGPT as a recommendation engine. This allows patrons to find books related to their interests that would not normally be discovered during traditional searches.
- Input search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
The Outcome
The companion mobile application is a user-focused tool that offers powerful search capabilities for books, videos, articles, and games directly from your phone or mobile device. Leveraging location services, the app identifies nearby libraries that have the desired items, providing a seamless and convenient resource discovery experience.
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Ben Rondot | Consultant Portfolio
global library organization
Mobile application development
About
They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application to compliment their website.
Role
Senior mobile app designer.
Skills
Information architecture, wireframes and high-fidelity mockups (Figma), accessibility development.
Problem
The organization has created a website with a search engine which allows patrons to search for books, periodicals, movies, and more from library organizations worldwide. They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application.
Before
Solution
We conducted dozens of end user interviews followed by Figma prototype testing to iteratively refine the design. Throughout the process, we ensured that the search functionality aligned with that of the parent website, maintaining consistency and familiarity for users. The result was an intuitive, lightweight mobile application that successfully achieved WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.
After
solution
Streamlined search experience
We launched the application with a streamlined approach. Taking the essential function of search and making it the primary function of the app.
The goal was to allow the patron to quickly search an item by name or author, identify the desired format (book, eBook, DVD, music, etc.), and view options to access.
- Input a search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
solution
ChatGPT Integration
To continue to be a leader in the industry, the team decided to integrate ChatGPT as a recommendation engine. This allows patrons to find books related to their interests that would not normally be discovered during traditional searches.
- Input search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
The Outcome
The companion mobile application is a user-focused tool that offers powerful search capabilities for books, videos, articles, and games directly from your phone or mobile device. Leveraging location services, the app identifies nearby libraries that have the desired items, providing a seamless and convenient resource discovery experience.
More project work
Ben Rondot | Consultant Portfolio
global library organization
Mobile application development
About
They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application to compliment their website.
Role
Senior mobile app designer.
Skills
Information architecture, wireframes and high-fidelity mockups (Figma), accessibility development.
Problem
The organization has created a website with a search engine which allows patrons to search for books, periodicals, movies, and more from library organizations worldwide. They needed a lightweight, easy, and quick search application.
Before
Solution
We conducted dozens of end user interviews followed by Figma prototype testing to iteratively refine the design. Throughout the process, we ensured that the search functionality aligned with that of the parent website, maintaining consistency and familiarity for users. The result was an intuitive, lightweight mobile application that successfully achieved WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.
After
solution
Streamlined search experience
We launched the application with a streamlined approach. Taking the essential function of search and making it the primary function of the app.
The goal was to allow the patron to quickly search an item by name or author, identify the desired format (book, eBook, DVD, music, etc.), and view options to access.
- Input a search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
solution
ChatGPT Integration
To continue to be a leader in the industry, the team decided to integrate ChatGPT as a recommendation engine. This allows patrons to find books related to their interests that would not normally be discovered during traditional searches.
- Input search term
- Identify the desired format
- Discover nearby holding libraries
The Outcome
The companion mobile application is a user-focused tool that offers powerful search capabilities for books, videos, articles, and games directly from your phone or mobile device. Leveraging location services, the app identifies nearby libraries that have the desired items, providing a seamless and convenient resource discovery experience.