eNotebook

I was tasked with the end-to-end redesign of eNotebook, a legacy enterprise application facing a tight "sunset" deadline. The goal was to transform its complex, outdated workflows into a modern and intuitive web-based tool that met specific, newly-defined business requirements.

As the lead UI/UX Designer, I was responsible for the design process from mockups to user presentation. I collaborated closely with a cross-functional team that included Alan Islas (Business Analyst), Marco Tirado (Iteration Manager), and Jorge Alejandro (IT Architect) to ensure the solution was user-centered, technically feasible, and aligned with business goals.

1. Business Analysis: Defining the Requirements

The project began with a thorough analysis from our Business Analyst, which laid out the core requirements. Key challenges included designing for four distinct user roles (Reader, Author, Admin, Approver), simplifying document statuses to just 'Draft' and 'Final', and incorporating critical features like a search engine and automated email notifications.

2. Mockup Design: Visualizing the Solution

With the requirements defined, my phase of the work began. I translated the business needs into tangible user flows and wireframes, focusing on creating a 'Friendly UI' that would make it easy for users to find the documents they needed. This involved designing clear interfaces for handling approval requests and peer review templates.

3. Presentation & Validation: Aligning on the Path Forward

The high-fidelity mockups were then presented to users and stakeholders for feedback. This crucial step, along with subsequent user validation, ensured that our design direction was correct before committing to the development phase.