2024

Safenext

Safenext

Safenext

Configuration and monitoring software for alarm systems

Configuration and monitoring software for alarm systems

UX Workshop

UX Research

UX/UI Design

Product Strategy

Understanding

Understanding

Understanding

Safenext is the configuration software for alarm systems produced by the same company.
The project's goal was to provide a strategic roadmap for the product's evolution, considering constraints like the progressive release of new hardware components. I collaborated with two service designers to run a discovery workshop with the client. By engaging a diverse group of professionals, we gained a deep understanding of the user journey, identified key pain points, and aligned the team on a shared vision.

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On-site Planning

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Device Installation

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Control Panel and Input Connection

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Configuration

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Testing and Commissioning

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After-sale Maintenance

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On-site Planning

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2

Device Installation

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3

Control Panel and Input Connection

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Configuration

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5

Testing and Commissioning

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6

After-sale Maintenance

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On-site Planning

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2

Device Installation

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3

Control Panel and Input Connection

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4

Configuration

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5

Testing and Commissioning

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6

After-sale Maintenance

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Problem

Problem

Problem

After an as-is and competitive analysis, we found the software's outdated interface and complex architecture made the configuration process slow and inefficient. The addition of new features without an organic plan had misaligned the product with market expectations and installer needs. To address this, we performed extensive user research, including 10 interviews and 2 field studies, which helped us define three main critical areas.

Critical area

Lack of mobility

Installers were unable to use smartphones for on-site tasks, and the inability to solve problems remotely led to work interruptions and a waste of valuable time.

Critical area

Lack of mobility

Installers were unable to use smartphones for on-site tasks, and the inability to solve problems remotely led to work interruptions and a waste of valuable time.

Critical area

Confusion and Overload

The complex interface and inconsistent terminology across different market products created an unnecessary learning barrier, increasing reliance on technical support.

Critical area

Confusion and Overload

The complex interface and inconsistent terminology across different market products created an unnecessary learning barrier, increasing reliance on technical support.

Critical area

Fragmented configuration

The absence of a clear and guided configuration path slowed down the installers' work and increased the risk of errors.

Critical area

Fragmented configuration

The absence of a clear and guided configuration path slowed down the installers' work and increased the risk of errors.

Critical area

Inadequate Documentation

The documentation is difficult to consult and disconnected from the product, forcing installers to rely heavily on technical support.

Critical area

Inadequate Documentation

The documentation is difficult to consult and disconnected from the product, forcing installers to rely heavily on technical support.

Critical area

Lack of mobility

Installers were unable to use smartphones for on-site tasks, and the inability to solve problems remotely led to work interruptions and a waste of valuable time.

Critical area

Confusion and Overload

The complex interface and inconsistent terminology across different market products created an unnecessary learning barrier, increasing reliance on technical support.

Critical area

Fragmented configuration

The absence of a clear and guided configuration path slowed down the installers' work and increased the risk of errors.

Critical area

Inadequate Documentation

The documentation is difficult to consult and disconnected from the product, forcing installers to rely heavily on technical support.

Ideation & Solution

Ideation & Solution

Based on the insights we gathered, we developed a series of concrete solutions. We created wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups to show how to optimize the user experience by reorganizing features, navigation, and adopting effective design patterns.

Ideation & Solution

Based on the insights we gathered, we developed a series of concrete solutions. We created wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups to show how to optimize the user experience by reorganizing features, navigation, and adopting effective design patterns.

Results

Results

Results

The project concluded with a strategic roadmap that illustrated a release plan balancing user priorities, technical constraints, and available resources. We provided the client with a clear direction for the product's evolution, including practical solutions to optimize the user experience.
Through this process, we demonstrated how a user-centered approach can uncover hidden problems and create solutions that improve not only usability but also business outcomes.

Menu Navigation

The dashboard allows for monitoring both the status and the configuration of the system, so the installer has visibility of the progress and any missing parameters.

Menu Navigation

The navigation suggests the necessary steps for configuration, helping the installer to find their way and reducing the risk of forgetting some parameters.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Inputs
Mobile Options

The mobile app offers basic configuration features, allowing the installer to operate remotely if needed.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Options

The support section and contextual help facilitate access to manuals, reducing the need for technical assistance.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The QR code device association feature helps reduce the installer's on-site movement.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The test function provides the installer with a checklist of verifications and facilitates the drafting of a report, reducing the risk of errors and the time required for testing.

Menu Navigation

The dashboard allows for monitoring both the status and the configuration of the system, so the installer has visibility of the progress and any missing parameters.

Menu Navigation

The navigation suggests the necessary steps for configuration, helping the installer to find their way and reducing the risk of forgetting some parameters.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Inputs
Mobile Options

The mobile app offers basic configuration features, allowing the installer to operate remotely if needed.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Options

The support section and contextual help facilitate access to manuals, reducing the need for technical assistance.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The QR code device association feature helps reduce the installer's on-site movement.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The test function provides the installer with a checklist of verifications and facilitates the drafting of a report, reducing the risk of errors and the time required for testing.

Menu Navigation

The dashboard allows for monitoring both the status and the configuration of the system, so the installer has visibility of the progress and any missing parameters.

Menu Navigation

The navigation suggests the necessary steps for configuration, helping the installer to find their way and reducing the risk of forgetting some parameters.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Inputs
Mobile Options

The mobile app offers basic configuration features, allowing the installer to operate remotely if needed.

Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Dashboard
Mobile Options

The support section and contextual help facilitate access to manuals, reducing the need for technical assistance.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The QR code device association feature helps reduce the installer's on-site movement.

QR Scanner
Device recognized

The test function provides the installer with a checklist of verifications and facilitates the drafting of a report, reducing the risk of errors and the time required for testing.

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