What can you do with usability testing?

Strategic usability testing

test early


Strategic usability testing is conducted early on to evaluate if the overall product design and experience meets user needs. It identifies bigger picture issues to guide high-level experience strategy and information architecture decisions. Strategic testing gives direction for the site experience as a whole.


Tactical usability testing

test early


Tactical usability testing is iterative testing done throughout development to refine and optimise specific interfaces and features. It identifies localised usability issues that can be fixed prior to site launch. Tactical testing focuses on optimising each part of the experience.


Post release usability testing


test after launch


Post-release usability testing is done after a site has launched and is live. It aims to uncover real-world issues from actual customer usage that may have been missed in earlier strategic and tactical testing. Post-release testing allows sites to be improved and problems addressed based on feedback from the live environment.

How it works

Remote usability testing
Before the pandemic, we conducted in-person usability testing with great results. When we switched to remote testing due to lockdowns, we found participants were more relaxed in their own environments using their own devices. This improved testing despite sometimes spotty internet connections, which is the reality for many website users. Remote testing reflects real-world use.

Live moderation
Our moderator has several hundred hours of usability test moderation experience. She knows how to put the participants at ease and how to phrase the questions to get the best and most genuine responses.

Session duration
We plan our session scripts to cover around 45 minutes. The session can sometimes go over this and we are happy with that as some participants love to talk once they get started.

Deliverables
We provide you with videos for free and optional reports in summary form or detailed with suggestions for improving your UX.