Proodle, a trailblazing platform, set out to revolutionize the university application process by offering universities a holistic tool to track and engage prospective students from application to enrollment. To realize this vision, Proodle needed a design partner, to guide them from conceptualization to prototype creation.Â
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Concept
Proodle needs everything from design, and conceptualization to prototyping. Tailwebs’ expertise was their go-to.
Challenges
However, some challenges needed to be addressed first.
- Comprehensive University Application Tracking: Proodle aimed to create an all-in-one solution, encompassing research, events, courses, statistics, and communication, requiring intricate tracking from initial inquiry to enrollment. This was some work!
- User-Centric Design: A design was required that seamlessly catered to the diverse needs of both universities and prospective students, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
- Scalability and Versatility: The solution needed to be adaptable to different university systems, accommodating various features and ensuring scalability for future advancements.
Solution
The double-diamond design approach was employed to navigate the complexities of building a comprehensive university application tracking solution.
What did
Tailwebs do?
Tailwebs played a pivotal role as Proodle’s design partner, contributing to the development of a groundbreaking university application tracking solution.Â
Here is how:
- Competitive Research: Tailwebs conducted meticulous research on existing university application tracking solutions, uncovering insights into market dynamics and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Affinity Mapping and Feature Definition: Through affinity mapping, Tailwebs organized research findings, paving the way for identifying patterns and defining key features crucial for addressing universities’ and students’ specific pain points.
- User Profile Development: Collaboration between Tailwebs and Proodle resulted in detailed user profiles, laying the foundation for a user-centric platform designed to meet the unique requirements of both universities and prospective students.
- Prototype Design: Utilizing insights from research, affinity mapping, and user profiling, Tailwebs meticulously crafted a prototype that brought Proodle’s vision to life. This showcased the seamless integration of research, events, courses, statistics, and communication.
The Results
- User-Centric Design: The collaborative efforts of Tailwebs ensured a seamless and intuitive user experience for both universities and prospective students, enhancing engagement and overall satisfaction.
- Scalable and Versatile Solution: The design allowed for scalability and versatility, making it adaptable across different university systems and customizable to meet specific requirements.
- Recognition and Awards: Proodle and Tailwebs' collaboration led to an outstanding product, receiving multiple accolades at Ingenuity 18 and 19 events, highlighting the success of the design approach and the quality of the developed prototype.
Proodle saw the power of design!
The collaboration exemplifies the power of design thinking, showcasing innovation and effectiveness through the application of the double-diamond design approach. The Proodle platform stands as a testament to the successful integration of technology and design, bringing a comprehensive university application tracking system to life.
