Problem Definition
Defining Problem Spaces and Developing a UX Plan
Led by: Cindy Phan & Keith Wilson
In this 90-minute session, participants will learn how to better define service delivery problems and translate them into a practical UX plan. The session will focus on how government teams can move beyond symptoms and identify the underlying issues affecting user experience. Participants will examine approaches for scoping a problem space, clarifying goals, and prioritizing opportunities for improvement. The session will also introduce key elements of a UX plan that can guide teams in taking structured, user-centered action.
Participants will:
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Learn how to define a service problem from a user-centered perspective.
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Explore strategies for identifying priorities, goals, and opportunities for improvement.
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Understand the basic components of a UX plan and how it can support more effective service design.
This workshop is part of an InnovateUS Series called : Building Better City Services
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