Build the right taxonomy for your users Factor’s practice synthesizes in-depth information modeling with rigorous user centered design techniques, so we start thinking about the two together, from the very beginning. And we want you to think about user research from the very beginning, too. We want you to work it into your taxonomy practice. Get your […]
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We’re pleased to announce that Factor will be an exhibitor at the National Retail Foundation’s Big Show in New York City on January 15-17. Effective retail customer experiences are built on well-constructed information architecture. Factor works with retailers to create omnichannel experiences driven by how their customers see the world. We help retailers ensure all the
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How do you build a good taxonomy? That’s a big question, and it has all kinds of complicated answers. Instead, we’ll ask you: How do you build the right taxonomy? A taxonomy that’s good might not be right for the people who are going to be using it. The right taxonomy will be …
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So, you did all this work and built these fantastic taxonomies and navigation models. Aren’t you done yet? Not really. Like architectural or backcountry trip plans, the realities of the situation will require modifications and adjustments to the information architecture. The taxonomies, metadata, content models, and navigation that make up the IA will all be tested during implementation.
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Customer journey maps are a popular visual artifact for documenting or modeling an archetypal user’s experience with a brand, product, or site, but they are more than just a pretty deliverable. Find out why.
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Bram Wessel and Gary Carlson briefly describe the basics of Enterprise Information Models at the Seattle Information Architecture Meetup.
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Gary Carlson and Bram Wessel will be at Adobe Summit this week in Las Vegas.
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There are many, many considerations that go into evaluating ROI, but Factor’s Sarah Barrett knows of one that can immediately tank internal projects, and isn’t talked about nearly as much as it should be: Adoption.
Planning for Enterprise Adoption Read More »
Rachel Price, a University of Washington iSchool alum, will be speaking to current graduate students on how to transition a master’s in library and information science degree into a career in information architecture.
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Factor is proud to help sponsor this year’s sold out World Information Architecture (IA) Day Seattle on February 20th at Impact Hub in Seattle’s Pioneer Square.
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