Type: Insights
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Generative AI for Social Good: Expert Tips.
If you’re looking to launch a Tech for Good project using Generative AI, here are our Chief Design Officer Ray Clarke’s expert strategies and user-centric insights into some of the questions often asked in the process and how to address them. 1. What metrics or criteria could we use to evaluate the impact of AI…
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Balancing Structure with Spontaneity when you’re new to UX interviews.
When I started out in UX research, the thought of leading an interview was pretty daunting. I was nervous, worried about forgetting my questions, or unsure how to phrase them to feel open and non-suggestive. In those early days, a detailed interview script was my lifeline. However, as I gained more experience, I found that…
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My Insights: Transformation & Innovation Financial Services Conference
Our Chief Design Officer, Ray Clarke had the pleasure of speaking at the annual Digital Transformation and Innovation in Financial Services Conference which focuses on the latest trends and strategies in digital transformation within the financial services industry. Ray was part of the “Building Seamless Customer Journeys, Experiences & Engagement”panel where they covered how to…
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Learning & Development at EuroPython 2024
Learning and Development Days at hedgehog lab are an excellent opportunity for employees to focus on professional growth, with time off work dedicated to advancing our technical skills. For me, making the most of the four days granted for learning and development this year was incredibly important. As a Python Developer, I recognise the need…
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Inside the lab: Meet our new UK MD – Malcolm Seagrave
In this blog we are pleased to welcome our first UK Managing Director, Malcolm Seagrave, inside hedgehog lab! As he settles into his new role, we wanted to take the opportunity to learn more about him and his interests. Let’s meet this hedgehog then! 🦔 On September 10th, you were announced as our new UK…
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How UX can help validate your product idea.
Testing and refining concepts before full-scale development is not only essential for creating products that work for you and your users but also for ensuring that efforts are focused on what matters. At hedgehog lab, we’ve seen first-hand what it takes to build the best digital products and honed our User Experience (UX) Design services…
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MVP: Faster app delivery to stay ahead of the competition
In today’s cutthroat business landscape, staying ahead of the pack is more crucial than ever, particularly in dynamic markets where consumer loyalty is as fleeting as the latest trend. One way of staying ahead of the competition is to adopt a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) approach. By prioritising essential features and swiftly launching a basic…
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Driving User-Centred Design with Passion and Purpose
Ever heard of the Hedgehog Concept? It’s an idea presented in Jim Collins’ book Good to Great that successful companies nail down three crucial things: Passion, Excellence, and their Economic Engine. The concept can be applied to individuals to help identify our unique strengths and how we can align our work with our passions. Naturally,…
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A Month of Mindfulness: Honouring Mental Health Awareness
Recognising Mental Health Awareness Week all Month Long 💚 The 13th-19th of May saw companies across the UK celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week, and here at hedgehog lab, we went all out to celebrate our mental well-being and educate our teams on mental health issues all month long. For the past few weeks, we have…
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Celebrating 10+ years of Design at hedgehog lab
Over the last decade, hedgehog lab has seen significant transformation in its design team, roles, practices, and its strategic integration into our core business offerings. The structure of the design team has evolved to include various roles such as UX Research, Service Design, and integrated positions like Product Management within the wider business. The addition…
