Viver con DM1

June of 2023

Porto, Portugal

Technical Rider

Tasks

UX research

UI design

Risk analysis

Minimim Viable Product

Tools

Figma

Html, Css, Js

React

Timeline

12 weeks

Links

Figma prototype

Overview

Diabetes management is a crucial aspect of healthcare, with increasing numbers of patients seeking efficient ways to communicate with their healthcare providers and access reliable information. As the prevalence of diabetes continues to rise, there is a growing demand for integrated digital solutions that support patient care and engagement. Recent studies show that digital health tools, such as communication platforms, are becoming essential for managing chronic conditions.

With the rise of telemedicine and digital health applications, there is a clear opportunity to enhance the support system for diabetes patients through a dedicated platform. This is especially relevant as patients, families, and healthcare professionals look for more streamlined and accessible ways to interact and manage diabetes care.

Project Goals

Develop a comprehensive communication platform tailored for diabetes patients, their families, and their healthcare teams.

Methodology

Double Diamond

Phase 1. Discover

Keys

User research

Interviews

Clients meetings

Research on Diabetes Management

Develop a communication channel between diabetes patients, their families, and their corresponding professional team, including doctors. This platform will allow patients to access a forum to exchange experiences, a library with useful information related to their condition, and a chat feature where they can directly communicate with a team of doctors for any questions, emergencies, or to schedule appointments.

Phase 2. Define

Keys

Personas

User Journey

Constraints and Risks

  • Deadline Compliance: Ensure that project deadlines are met as planned.
  • Potential User-Unfriendly Design: Avoid creating a design that may not be intuitive or easy for all users to navigate.
  • Platform Efficiency: Guarantee that the platform operates efficiently under the expected user load.
  • Implementation Challenges: Anticipate potential issues during the website implementation due to the high demands defined by the client.

Phase 3. Develop

Keys

Information Architecture

UI Design

Deliverables

Forum

A secure space where patients can interact with each other and share their various experiences related to diabetes.

Library

A collection of books and other materials with helpful information available to all users of the platform.

Chat

A feature that enables direct communication between patients and a team of doctors to address questions, seek help, receive professional advice, or arrange appointments.

Phase 4. Deliver

Keys

User testing

Web development

Functionality Success Criteria

The project will be considered successful if the following two outcomes are achieved:

Functional and User-Friendly Website and App: Ensure that the platform is accessible and easy to use for users of all ages.

Effective Chat, Forum, and Library: Ensure that these tools are useful and efficient, meeting the needs of users for communication and information.