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Year
2023
Role
Ux Design • UI Design
Case study
Behance
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VBB App Redesign: Enhanced route visualization for travel planning.

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Introduction:

I redesigned the VBB app, a public transportation facilitator in Berlin and Brandenburg. Focusing on improving user experience, my goal was to address a significant pain point related to route visualization.

User Pain Points:

  1. Loss of Trajectory Information:
    Users express dissatisfaction as the trajectory information is lost after purchasing a train ticket. This requires them to search again to understand the path and changes associated with the recently bought ticket.
  2. Language Inconsistency Confusion:
    Some users are perplexed by the inconsistency in languages. Despite setting the application language to English, the results for different tickets appear in German, creating confusion and complicating user interaction.
  3. Unclear Purchasing Process:
    Certain users find the purchasing process challenging, experiencing uncertainty about whether certain elements are buttons or not. This ambiguity adds complexity to the user's understanding of the process.

The Problem:

"How might we help users visualize their chosen route after purchasing a ticket?"

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Design Process and Solutions:

  • Simplifying the Home Page:
    Streamlined the layout, prominently featuring an active ticket section for a clearer overview.
  • Clearer Ticket Purchase Process:
    Redesigned the interface for a more intuitive ticket purchase experience.
  • Language Localisation:
    Translated ticket options into English for improved accessibility.
  • High-Fidelity Prototype and Route Visualisation:
    Developed wireframes and a high-fidelity prototype for a visually engaging and informative journey visualisation.
  • Profile and Ticket Purchase:
    Streamlined the process for user convenience while maintaining flexibility for guest users.

Next Steps:

Prioritising accessibility improvements for varying visual abilities, ensuring inclusivity.

Conclusion:

The VBB app redesign addresses route visualisation pain points, offering a clearer user experience.

The active ticket section eliminates repetitive searches, enhancing user satisfaction and retention. The project emphasizes user-centric design, showcasing the impact of addressing common pain points for improved experiences.

If you want a deeper understanding of my work, check out my Behance profile for a Detailed Case Study of the app's redesign process.

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