Re: [IxDA Discuss] Search Results Pagination (top & bottom?)

2010-01-04 Thread Erin Walsh
page. Wow, that sounded convoluted, my apologies if I confused anyone. You may have complete control over the refine and sort, but we often hit business rules that hinder the optimal search and result features. Thanks, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street,

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Fixed or rotating feedback icon?

2009-08-19 Thread Erin Walsh
vidence, but definitely a good start and interesting in my book. Hope this helps, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 erin.wa...@forrent.com| www.FRMediaSolutions.com You Have Multiple

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Website UI competitive analysis

2009-08-17 Thread Erin Walsh
and comfortable. It won't replace your heuristic review, but just something to keep in the back of your mind. Thanks, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 erin.wa...@forrent.com| www.

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How does your product team interact with your marketing team?

2009-05-07 Thread Erin Walsh
ears... Hope this helps, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 erin.wa...@forrent.com| www.FRMediaSolutions.com You Have Multiple Marketing Needs... We Have Multiple Solutions! On May 6,

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Usability Tools and Products

2009-02-02 Thread Erin Walsh
wish to attend definitely added up the fastest. Good luck! Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 erin.wa...@forrent.com| www.FRMediaSolutions.com You Have Multiple Marketing Needs... W

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Marking Required vs. Optional form fields

2008-08-18 Thread Erin Walsh
not thrilled, but it was extremely advantageous to spell it out rather than use an icon or other visual indicators. Hope this helps, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 [EMAIL PROTECTED]|

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Analyzing usability testing notes

2008-07-03 Thread Erin Walsh
Doh! I should have said affinity diagram with clustered results of sites features and functions. I apologize for mistyping and causing confusion! We used Morae to perform the tests, so we initially spent time logging comments, observations and errors. Once complete we had a giant spread

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Analyzing usability testing notes

2008-07-01 Thread Erin Walsh
The most effective method we have used has been a cluster analysis with comments on post-its. You can color code by participant to keep things in perspective. The last test we did was not only our site, but a competitive analysis as well. (It this case, we color coded post-its with site

Re: [IxDA Discuss] unique search result interfaces

2008-06-27 Thread Erin Walsh
his is an excellent question! Thanks Alla! I echo Andy's comments about familiarity with the list model. That said, I think the optimal presentation is dependent on what your audience needs to obtain from the results to take action, and also the nature of the information you're presenting

Re: [IxDA Discuss] unique search result interfaces

2008-06-25 Thread Erin Walsh
This is an excellent question! Thanks Alla! I echo Andy's comments about familiarity with the list model. That said, I think the optimal presentation is dependent on what your audience needs to obtain from the results to take action, and also the nature of the information you're presentin

[IxDA Discuss] Mindset and SmartSort

2008-06-02 Thread Erin Walsh
nd Mindset (http://mindset.research.yahoo.com/) appears to be down. Thanks, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th floor | norfolk, va 23510 p:757.351.8444 | f:757.961.4827 [EMAIL PROTECTED]| www.FRMediaSolutions.com You Have Multiple Marke

[IxDA Discuss] user research: seniors and the web

2008-03-22 Thread Erin Walsh
I'm having a very difficult time finding user research on older adults and the internet. I've come across sporadic general computer anxiety articles, but nothing truly insightful on online behaviors. Ideally, I am focusing on senior citizens, but I will gladly add late baby-boomers to the

[IxDA Discuss] UPA Conference Schedule Announced

2008-02-26 Thread Erin Walsh
The schedule and events for the 2008 UPA International Conference has been announced. Early registration also opens this week. http://www.usabilityprofessionals.org/conference/2008/schedule.htm Enjoy, Erin Welcome to the Inter

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Working with Product Analysts/Manager

2008-02-13 Thread Erin Walsh
I actually work as a Product Developer in my company and have a good deal of experience in this area. I've been the one pushing for UX education throughout my product peers and our engineers. You may want to take an education approach as well, as my colleagues are very eager to legitimate

[IxDA Discuss] Analytics: Omniture SiteCatalyst

2008-02-13 Thread Erin Walsh
hing beyond the standard analytic functionality. I've been researching a bit, but mostly see information targeted to the SEM folks. Any insights or lessons learned would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Erin erin walsh | product developer | For Rent Media Solutions™ 150 granby street, 16th

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Some form fun, to lighten the mood

2007-11-29 Thread Erin Walsh
My issue with the form is its misrepresentation to the user. At first glance you decide or estimate the time investment to complete the screen. Slight modifications or an increase is expected, so I would not be too put off by a few extra fields to fill out. What is unacceptable in my eye

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Should analytics be an IA/XP role?

2007-11-28 Thread Erin Walsh
Coincidentally enough, the User Experience Podcast came out today concerning web analytics. http://uxpod.com/ Enjoy, Erin *Come to IxDA Interaction08 | Savannah* February 8-10, 2008 in Savannah, GA, USA Register today: http://

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Do you change who you are for participants?

2007-11-06 Thread Erin Walsh
I don't alter myself or role, but a key is how to position the test itself. I stress the fact that my goal is to make the best possible product/experience/interface for them, and their opinions are crucial. I stress that they will not hurt my feelings and when applicable, that it is not