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# Automate the Act of Repetition |
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As a UX designer, one of your main goals is to simplify and streamline user interactions. Often, users are required to perform repetitive tasks, which can lead to frustration and decrease efficiency. To enhance the user experience and ensure smooth sailing, it's essential to reduce or eliminate the need for repeated actions by automating repetitive tasks wherever possible. |
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To enhance user experience and streamline interactions, it's crucial to automate repetitive tasks that often lead to frustration and decreased efficiency. Properly implemented automation can save time, reduce errors, and improve user satisfaction by minimizing tedious actions. As a UX designer, consider strategies such as pre-filling forms with previously entered information, remembering user preferences, providing smart suggestions based on past behavior, enabling batch actions for group tasks, and offering keyboard shortcuts for common actions. By focusing on these automation techniques, you can create a seamless and enjoyable experience that meets users' needs and increases retention. |
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## Benefits of Automation |
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When properly implemented, automation can: |
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- Save time: By cutting down on repeated actions, users can complete tasks more quickly, increasing productivity. |
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- Reduce errors: Automating tasks can minimize human error and ensure that actions are completed correctly every time. |
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- Improve user satisfaction: Reducing tedious tasks can lead to a more positive user experience and increase user retention. |
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## Strategies for Automation |
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As a UX designer, consider the following strategies to automate repetitive tasks: |
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- **Pre-fill forms**: Auto-fill form fields with the information that the user has entered previously or is likely to enter, such as their name, email address, or phone number. This can save users time and effort in filling out forms. |
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- **Remember user preferences**: Store user settings and preferences, such as preferred language, currency, or theme, so that users don't have to set them again every time they visit your site or app. |
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- **Smart suggestions**: Implement predictive text or auto-suggestions based on user input or past behavior. For example, when typing search queries or filling out forms, users may appreciate suggestions to help them complete their task quickly. |
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- **Batch actions**: Allow users to perform actions, like selecting or deleting items, in groups rather than individually. This can significantly reduce the number of clicks and time required to complete the task. |
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- **Keyboard shortcuts**: Provide keyboard shortcuts for common actions, enabling users to perform tasks without using a mouse or touch interactions. This can be particularly helpful for power users or users with accessibility needs. |
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By automating acts of repetition in your design, you can enhance the user experience, reduce frustration and improve overall satisfaction. Be mindful of your users' needs, analyze the repetitive tasks they may encounter, and implement effective automation techniques to create a seamless, efficient, and enjoyable experience. |
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- [@official@Repeating Elements](https://helpx.adobe.com/au/xd/help/create-repeating-elements.html) |
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# Avoid Choice Overload |
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Choice overload is a phenomenon that occurs when users are presented with too many options, causing decision paralysis, anxiety, and ultimately, dissatisfaction with their final choice. As a UX designer, it's essential to ensure that users can easily make decisions within your designs, so it's important to avoid choice overload. In this section, we'll discuss some strategies for managing the number of options and streamlining decision-making processes for users. |
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Choice overload occurs when users face too many options, leading to decision paralysis, anxiety, and dissatisfaction. As a UX designer, it's important to simplify decision-making by limiting the number of options to 5-7 at a time, prioritizing the most relevant choices. Organizing options into logical categories with visual cues can help users navigate their selections more easily. Implementing smart defaults can streamline decisions by pre-selecting commonly used options, while advanced filtering and sorting features allow users to refine their choices in complex scenarios. By addressing choice overload with these strategies, you can enhance user experience and facilitate a more seamless decision-making process. |
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## Limit the Number of Options |
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Research has shown that a user's ability to make decisions decreases as the number of options increases. To avoid overwhelming users, aim to present no more than 5-7 options at a time. This can be applied to menus, product listings, or any other area where users are asked to make a selection. Remember to prioritize the most important or commonly used options and make them more prominent within the design. |
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## Categorize and Organize Options |
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When users are presented with multiple choices, it's crucial to make it easy for them to understand and differentiate between the available options. By categorizing and organizing options into logical groups, users can more quickly find the information or functionality they need. Consider using headings, icons, or other visual cues to assist in organizing content effectively. |
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## Implement Smart Defaults |
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To help users make decisions quicker, consider setting default selections for certain choices. By pre-selecting the most commonly used or recommended option, users can easily accept the default if it aligns with their needs, or quickly change it if necessary. This not only saves time and effort for the user, but it can also guide them towards an optimal outcome based on their needs. |
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## Advanced Filtering and Sorting Options |
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If your design requires users to make complex decisions, such as choosing a product from an extensive catalog, consider implementing advanced filtering and sorting options. By giving users the ability to refine their options based on specific attributes, they can more easily identify the best option for their needs. Make sure these filtering options are easy to understand and use, and provide clear feedback on the number of results remaining as users adjust their filters. |
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By being mindful of choice overload and implementing these strategies, you can create a more enjoyable and user-friendly experience for your users. Remember, the goal is to make their decision-making process as seamless and stress-free as possible. |
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- [@article@Choice of Overload](https://medium.com/@evamiller091/the-impact-of-choice-overload-in-ux-f5defb6cee5d) |
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# Avoid Cognitive Overhead |
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Cognitive overhead refers to the mental effort needed to understand or operate a given system, tool, or interface. In UX design, it is crucial to minimize cognitive overhead to create user-friendly and efficient experiences. The less mental effort a user needs to invest, the more likely they will have a positive conscious evaluation of your design. Here are three key strategies to help you avoid cognitive overhead in your designs: |
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Cognitive overhead refers to the mental effort needed to understand or operate a given system, tool, or interface. In UX design, it is crucial to minimize cognitive overhead to create user-friendly and efficient experiences. The less mental effort a user needs to invest, the more likely they will have a positive conscious evaluation of your design. |
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#### 1. Keep it simple |
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A clutter-free, clean, and easy-to-navigate design is always a good starting point. In order to keep cognitive overhead to a minimum, focus on simplifying both the interface and the content: |
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- Utilize white space: By providing ample space between functional elements, you make it easier for users to scan and process the interface. |
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- Reduce the number of options: Offering too many choices can overwhelm users or cause them to second-guess their decisions. Aim for a balance of ease and functionality. |
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A well-structured hierarchy helps users navigate your design and understand the relationship between elements. This reduces cognitive overhead as users don't have to work hard to make sense of the interface: |
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- Organize content logically: Group related items together and place them in a consistent order. |
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- Use size, color, and typography effectively: Make important information stand out and use visual cues to indicate less important elements. |
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#### 3. Provide clear & concise instructions |
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Your design should guide users effortlessly, which can be achieved by providing clear directions or prompts: |
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- Use actionable language: Be precise and direct with your wording, and avoid using jargon. |
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- Offer visual cues & feedback: Include well-placed icons, highlighted sections, or animation to support the user's actions and indicate the outcome of those actions. |
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In summary, reducing cognitive overhead in your UX design is essential to create an efficient and user-friendly experience. Adopt a simple and clean design, establish a clear hierarchy, and provide helpful instructions to ensure more favorable conscious evaluations from your users. |
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- [@article@Cognitive Overload](https://blog.logrocket.com/ux-design/cognitive-overload/) |
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- [@article@Reducing Cognitive Overload](https://uxdesign.cc/reducing-cognitive-overload-designing-for-human-cognition-350f07cff9c4) |
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# Be Authentic and Personal |
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When creating a user experience (UX) design, it's essential to be authentic and personal. This means that your design should be genuine, truthful, and relatable to your users. By being authentic and personal, you can create a positive intuitive reaction in your users, as they feel connected and engaged with your website or application. Here are some tips to make your UX design authentic and personal: |
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When creating a user experience (UX) design, it's essential to be authentic and personal. This means that your design should be genuine, truthful, and relatable to your users. By being authentic and personal, you can create a positive intuitive reaction in your users, as they feel connected and engaged with your website or application. |
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#### 1. Understand your user persona(s) |
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Before you start designing, define your target audience and create user personas that represent them. This may include their age, gender, occupation, interests, and pain points. By understanding the different personas, you can create a design that resonates with each of them, meeting their needs and expectations. |
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#### 2. Use natural and conversational language |
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To make your design personal, use natural and conversational language that speaks directly to your users. Avoid jargons, buzzwords, or overly formal language that can create a barrier between you and your users. Your users should be able to understand the content and interact with it smoothly. |
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#### 3. Employ appropriate imagery and visuals |
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To enhance authenticity, incorporate images and graphics that are relevant and relatable to your target audience. This means using high-quality, real-life pictures of people or objects that genuinely represent your brand or product. Avoid overused stock images, as they can significantly decrease the perceived authenticity of your design. |
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#### 4. Make emotional connections |
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Emotions play a vital role in creating personal connections with users. In your design, use color schemes, fonts, and visual elements that evoke emotions and encourage users to form an emotional attachment to your product or brand. The more emotionally invested users are, the more positive their intuitive reactions will be. |
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#### 5. Consistency in design elements |
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An authentic user experience is characterized by consistency in design elements, including typography, colors, and visual hierarchy. This consistency helps users feel reassured and comfortable, as they can easily understand and navigate through the design. |
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#### 6. Provide personalized experiences |
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To create an authentic UX design, offer personalized experiences to your users based on their preferences, browsing history, or other data. This might include recommending content they may be interested in or tailoring the website layout to meet their specific needs. |
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By being authentic and personal in your UX design, you can create a positive and memorable experience for your users. By understanding your target audience, using natural language, incorporating engaging visuals, and providing personalized experiences, you can foster user engagement, trust, and loyalty towards your product or brand. |
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- [@article@Rethinking Personas](https://uxdesign.cc/rethinking-personas-empathy-and-inclusion-in-ux-design-37145d2ee807) |
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# Behavior Change Games |
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Behavior change games are a powerful UX design pattern that help users adopt new habits or make positive lifestyle changes. These games are typically designed to be engaging, enjoyable, and motivating, utilizing various game elements and mechanics to encourage users to take desired actions. |
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Behavior change games are a powerful UX design pattern that help users adopt new habits or make positive lifestyle changes. These games are typically designed to be engaging, enjoyable, and motivating, utilizing various game elements and mechanics to encourage users to take desired actions. When designing behavior change games, it's essential to keep user experience in mind, and create an enjoyable and motivating experience. Balancing fun and educational elements can result in a powerful tool for guiding users towards positive change in their lives. |
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## Key elements of behavior change games |
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- **Set clear objectives**: Define specific goals users should achieve, such as losing weight or learning a new skill. Well-defined objectives provide a strong focus for the game and encourage user engagement. |
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- **Feedback and progress**: Provide real-time feedback and track user progress to create a sense of accomplishment. This can include visual cues, points, badges, or leveling up systems. |
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- **Social interaction**: Utilize social features, such as sharing achievements, comparing results with friends, or team challenges. This enables users to work together, fosters a sense of community, and enhances motivation through friendly competition. |
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- **Reward system**: Implement a reward system that grants virtual or real rewards for completing tasks or reaching milestones. These rewards can be intrinsic (e.g., personal satisfaction) or extrinsic (e.g., discounts or prizes). |
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- **Gamification**: Incorporate game-like elements, such as storytelling, quests, or time-limited challenges. These elements add an entertaining aspect, improve user experience, and make the behavior change process more enjoyable. |
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## Benefits of behavior change games |
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- **Increased motivation**: By turning the behavior change process into a game, users are often more motivated to participate and stay engaged. |
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- **Higher user retention**: Engaging games can increase user retention, resulting in higher long-term success rates for behavior change. |
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- **Measurable results**: These games allow users to easily track progress and outcomes, helping them understand the impact of their actions and reinforcing positive behavior. |
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- **Personalization**: Games can be tailored to individual users' preferences and play styles, making the experience more enjoyable and relevant. |
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- **Support network**: The inclusion of social features creates a community of support, forging connections between individuals with similar goals and fostering accountability. |
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When designing behavior change games, it's essential to keep user experience in mind, and create an enjoyable and motivating experience. Balancing fun and educational elements can result in a powerful tool for guiding users towards positive change in their lives. |
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- [@article@Behavioral Change Games](https://medium.com/@jgruver/designing-for-behavioral-change-a-new-approach-in-ux-ui-design-59f9fb0086d1) |
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# BJ Fogg's Behavior Model |
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B.J. Fogg, a renowned psychologist, and researcher at Stanford University, proposed the [Fogg Behavior Model (FBM)](https://www.behaviormodel.org/). This insightful model helps UX designers understand and influence user behavior by focusing on three core elements. These key factors are motivation, ability, and prompts. |
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B.J. Fogg, a renowned psychologist, and researcher at Stanford University, proposed the Fogg Behavior Model (FBM). This insightful model helps UX designers understand and influence user behavior by focusing on three core elements. These key factors are motivation, ability, and prompts. |
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- **Motivation**: This element emphasizes the user's desire to perform a certain action or attain specific outcomes. Motivation can be linked to three core elements specified as sensation (pleasure/pain), anticipation (hope/fear), and social cohesion (belonging/rejection). |
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- **Ability**: Ability refers to the user's capacity, both physical and mental, to perform desired actions. To enhance the ability of users, UX designers should follow the principle of simplicity. The easier it is to perform an action, the more likely users will engage with the product. Some factors to consider are time, financial resources, physical efforts, and cognitive load. |
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- **Prompts**: Prompts are the cues, notifications, or triggers that signal users to take an action. For an action to occur, prompts should be presented at the right time when the user has adequate motivation and ability. |
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UX designers should strive to find the balance between these three factors to facilitate the desired user behavior. By understanding your audience and their needs, implementing clear and concise prompts, and minimizing the effort required for action, the FBM can be an effective tool for designing user-centered products. |
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- [@official@meaning of BJ fogg's behavior model](https://behaviormodel.org/) |
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- [@official@Meaning of BJ Fogg's Behavior Model](https://behaviormodel.org/) |
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- [@article@The Fogg Behavior Model](https://blog.logrocket.com/ux-design/fogg-behavior-model/) |
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# Business Model Canvas |
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The **Business Model Canvas** is a strategic management and visual representation tool that allows you to describe, design, challenge, and pivot your existing business model. Developed by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur, it helps organizations to understand how they create, deliver, and capture value. The canvas is divided into nine building blocks, which represent the essential elements of a business model: |
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The **Business Model Canvas** is a strategic management and visual representation tool that allows you to describe, design, challenge, and pivot your existing business model. Developed by **Alexander Osterwalder** and **Yves Pigneur**, it helps organizations to understand how they create, deliver, and capture value. The canvas is divided into nine building blocks, which represent the essential elements of a business model: |
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- **Customer Segments (CS):** These are the target groups your business aims to serve, such as specific users, organizations, or market segments. |
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- **Value Propositions (VP):** The unique combinations of products and services that create value for your customer segments. It describes the reasons why customers choose your product or service over your competitors'. |
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- **Channels (CH):** The means by which your company communicates, delivers, and distributes its value propositions to the customers. This block includes both physical (e.g., stores) and virtual (e.g., online) channels. |
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- **Customer Relationships (CR):** The type of relationships your business establishes and maintains with its customer segments, such as personal assistance, self-service, or automated services. |
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- **Revenue Streams (RS):** The ways in which your company generates revenue from each customer segment, such as through sales, subscriptions, or advertising fees. |
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- **Key Resources (KR):** The most important assets needed to make your business model work, including physical, financial, intellectual, and human resources. |
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- **Key Activities (KA):** The primary actions your company must perform to deliver its value propositions, reach its customer segments, and maintain customer relationships. These can involve production, problem-solving, or service provision. |
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- **Key Partnerships (KP):** The network of suppliers, partners, and allies that help your business execute its key activities, optimize resources, and reduce risks. |
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- **Cost Structure (CS):** The major expenses associated with operating your business model, such as fixed and variable costs, economies of scale, and cost advantages. |
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When designing or analyzing an existing business model, the Business Model Canvas enables you to visually map out all these critical components and understand how they are interconnected. By understanding your current business model, you can identify weaknesses, opportunities for improvement, and potential pivots to enhance the overall user experience and the success of the business. |
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- [@article@Business Model Canvas](https://www.interaction-design.org/literature/topics/business-model-canvas) |
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