Platform Microcharts | Blue Yonder

Blue Yonder

— Platform Design
— Component structure
— User interviews
— Prototyping
— Strategy

January 6, 2023

Microcharts help you visualise a small number of data points in a small, compact way.
We've seamlessly integrated set of microcharts into our Blue Yonder Platform library, enriching user experiences across applications. These organism components fit seamlessly into larger UI blocks like tables, lists, headers, KPI controls, and forms.

Step-1

Discovery & Research

- Conducted user research sessions with key stakeholders at Blue Yonder to understand their needs, pain points, and desired functionalities for the dashboard.

- Analysed existing use cases and identified key microcharts that needed visualization.

- Created user journey maps to capture user behaviors, goals, and pain points.

Step - 2

Microcharts structure

- Developed a component structure to organize the component documentation, ensuring an intuitive hierarchy.

- Created a roadmap for implementation, focusing on user needs and discovering potential use cases.

Step - 3

Design Component

- Developed visually appealing and consistent component documentation.

- Collaborated closely with developers to ensure the feasibility and smooth implementation of the design.

Step - 4

Products Integrations

- Integrated microchart across 30+ Blue Yonder products.

- Analysed existing use cases and provided visual QA.

- Gathered feedback from stakeholders and conducted usability interviews to iterate on the design and improve the user experience.

Step - 5

Validation

- Conducted usability testing sessions with representative users to validate the microcharts, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.

- Iterated on the design based on user feedback, ensuring that the dashboard met the needs of Jabil's users and provided a seamless user experience.

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