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Dashboard Design

  • Writer: matin haji mohammadi
    matin haji mohammadi
  • Aug 8, 2019
  • 2 min read

NGA Metadata Management System (MCAMS) UX Redesign


Introduction

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) partnered with Omni Federal to design, develop, integrate, deploy, sustain, and operate a new Metadata Management System, known as MCAMS. The goal of this case study is to highlight how I contributed to the UX design of MCAMS, with a particular focus on designing the dashboard, wireframes, and prototypes.

Design Dashboard


Problem Statement

The existing NGA Metadata Management System (MCAMS) faced several usability challenges:

  1. Complexity: Users found the system's interface complex and challenging to navigate, resulting in decreased efficiency.

  2. Inefficiency: Due to outdated design and limited customization, users encountered inefficiencies in their daily tasks.

  3. Quality Monitoring: Ensuring quality without compromising speed of delivery was a concern, necessitating a streamlined UX design process.


1. Dashboard Redesign

I began the project by focusing on the dashboard, the primary point of interaction for users. Key improvements included:

  • User-Centered Customization: The new dashboard allowed users to personalize their layout, placing frequently used functions at their fingertips.

  • Clearer Data Visualization: Redesigned widgets and charts improved data representation, enhancing user understanding.

2. Wireframe Development

To visualize the proposed changes, I created detailed wireframes. This involved:

  • User-Centered Approach: Conducting user interviews to incorporate feedback into wireframe design, ensuring alignment with user needs.

  • Information Hierarchy: Carefully structuring the layout to prioritize critical functions and improve usability.

3. Interactive Prototyping

I developed interactive prototypes to provide stakeholders with a tangible experience of the proposed changes. This phase included:

  • Usability Testing: Conducting usability tests to gather insights and refine the design based on user feedback.

  • Seamless Interactions: Ensuring smooth transitions and interactions for a more immersive user experience.

Results

The UX redesign of MCAMS, encompassing the dashboard, wireframes, and prototypes, led to substantial improvements:

  • Enhanced User Satisfaction: User feedback indicated a significant increase in satisfaction and ease of use.

  • Streamlined Workflows: The new customization options and improved data visualization streamlined daily tasks.

  • Efficient Navigation: Users found it easier to access essential functions, leading to improved efficiency.



Dashboard Design


Conclusion

The collaboration between Omni Federal and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) has resulted in a successful UX redesign of the Metadata Management System (MCAMS). This project showcases how user-centered design and innovative UX solutions can transform complex software systems, ultimately supporting NGA's mission to deliver high-quality geospatial intelligence. Read more here

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