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Exploring the Role of User-Centered Design in Shaping Effective IT Product Development Processes
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: ICT
Abstract
User-Centered Design (UCD) has emerged as a vital approach in IT product development, emphasizing the importance of involving end-users throughout the design process to ensure usability, satisfaction, and functionality. This research explores the role of UCD in shaping effective IT product development processes, with a focus on how its principles can lead to the creation of more intuitive and user-friendly products. Through a comprehensive literature review, empirical analysis, and case studies, the research investigates the impact of UCD on product development efficiency, user adoption, and long-term success. The findings highlight that UCD significantly enhances product quality, user engagement, and overall market performance. The study concludes by recommending best practices for integrating UCD into IT product development workflows.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1706726,
author = {Oluwatoyin Rebecca Aromokeye},
title = {Exploring the Role of User-Centered Design in Shaping Effective IT Product Development Processes},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2024},
volume = {8},
number = {6},
pages = {485-496},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706726.pdf},
abstract = {User-Centered Design (UCD) has emerged as a vital approach in IT product development, emphasizing the importance of involving end-users throughout the design process to ensure usability, satisfaction, and functionality. This research explores the role of UCD in shaping effective IT product development processes, with a focus on how its principles can lead to the creation of more intuitive and user-friendly products. Through a comprehensive literature review, empirical analysis, and case studies, the research investigates the impact of UCD on product development efficiency, user adoption, and long-term success. The findings highlight that UCD significantly enhances product quality, user engagement, and overall market performance. The study concludes by recommending best practices for integrating UCD into IT product development workflows.},
month = {December},
}