Airobotics
A Smart Network of Drones linked to an Urban Control center, functioning as municipal infrastructure, providing a variety of automated Aerial and Data solutions for Public safety, Law enforcement, and other public and commercial aerial services provided by the municipality
Background
Airobotics is an industry leader in the field of autonomous drone solutions, specializing in high-end, automated drone systems for industrial use. Their technology empowers industries such as mining, security, and smart cities with efficient, real-time aerial data collection and analysis.
The company’s mission is to revolutionize operational efficiency through advanced drone automation, minimizing human risk and maximizing data accuracy.
UX / UI
Collaboration
Research
Prototyping
Usability Testing
Innovation
Project
As the Director of Product Design at Airobotics, I was tasked with leading the design and development of a state-of-the-art user interface for the drone control and data management platform. The goal was to create an intuitive, scalable, and reliable interface that supported complex drone operations while providing a seamless user experience for operators across various industries.
Role
In my role as Director of Product Design, I led a cross-functional team of designers, engineers, and marketing.
My responsibilities included: Defining the overall product vision and design strategy. Leading end-to-end design processes, from initial user research to wireframes, prototypes, and final design.
Collaborating closely with stakeholders to align product objectives with user needs. Overseeing user testing and iterating based on feedback.
Challanges
The platform had to cater to operators in high-stakes industries such as mining and security, where precision and reliability were paramount.
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The design needed to support diverse workflows and expand as new features were added.
Ensuring that data was presented clearly and accurately in real-time, without overwhelming users.
Strategy
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User-Centric Research: Conducting thorough interviews and field studies with drone operators to understand their pain points and requirements.
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Partnered closely with the engineering, marketing, and product teams to ensure the feasibility of design solutions and maintain an agile workflow.
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Established a modular, reusable design system that included components, typography, and guidelines, ensuring a consistent experience across the platform.
Results
The project led to significant improvements in both the product and user experience:
Enhanced Usability: Simplified workflows and an intuitive interface resulted in a 40% decrease in user training time.
Increased Operator Efficiency: Streamlined data visualization and automation features reduced operator workload by 30%.
Scalability for Growth: The modular design system allowed for the seamless addition of new features, accelerating future development by 25%.
User Satisfaction: Post-launch surveys and user feedback indicated a 20% boost in user satisfaction, attributed to the platform’s ease of use and reliability.
Industry Recognition: The updated interface contributed to Airobotics receiving accolades for innovation in industrial automation.
