How an application structures the information it conveys to its users is as important as the technology it employs. The information architecture framework can mean the difference between a floundering, frustrated user and one who understands his options and makes informed decisions.

Information architecture is about structuring information in the most beneficial way for the end user. It facilitates the development of intuitive navigation structures and lays the foundation for visual design. Userthink's Information Architects are experienced in creating usable, scalable information frameworks to support your products and applications today and prepare them for tomorrow.



Our design team works closely with the development teams, whether our own or our client's development teams, to ensure a design that meets the technical requirements inherent in the solution. Our designers understand the software development process and work to create designs that are within the realm of technology applicable to the application.
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Superior usability is fundamental to the success of a complex application. The navigation structure conveys information and guides the user experience, and therefore determines your application’s value, affecting your bottom line. Our research and experience allow us to better understand and identify the combinations of hyperlinks, icons, button nomenclature, sequences, page headings and other elements that comprise an intuitive, usable navigation system.

 

The functional specifications document is based upon the business and functional requirements, personas, and wireframes. This document details each page at the information and functional levels, including button or form behaviors, business rules, and essential includes such as Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, etc. The instructions detailed in the Functional Specifications Document and in the Design Document provide your development team with the information they need to build your application.

 
Wireframes are visual representations of the application or site structure that include navigation and functional elements but do not implement the graphic design. Using wireframes provides several benefits to your initiative. Wireframes are easy to iterate because they do not include the pixel-level detail. They can be used for high- or low-fidelity usability or functional testing, and they are the backbone of the functional specification.
 
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