The Process
Embracing a user-centred design approach
S T E P 0 1. U N D E R S T A N D
Grounding the problem in user context

Interviews
We conducted 8 in-depth interviews with credit union wealth advisors to understand their day-to-day workflows, goals, and pain points with the existing platform, helping frame the problem space around real advisor needs.

Workshops
Based on the interview learnings, we facilitated 3 co-design workshops with advisors to co-create solutions, synthesize research insights, and define opportunity areas that informed the redesign of core advisor workflows.
Distilling interview insights into user needs and opportunities
Overarching themes from advisor interviews.

Before we designed, we listened…
Understanding the reality of advisors’ day-to-day workflows.

S T E P 0 2. I D E A T E
Reimagining a streamlined workflow
Drawing from insights gathered through advisor interviews and co-design workshops, we identified two key areas for improvement: Document Management and Client Management. These were prioritized based on their impact on advisor workflows and implementation feasibility.
To address the document management challenges, we designed a streamlined user flow that significantly reduces manual tasks related to document compilation and uploads.
When it came to client management, advisors expressed frustration with tracking interactions across multiple systems, leading to fragmented workflows. In response, we created a new workflow that centralizes client data, enabling advisors to stay organized, manage large volumes of client information more effectively, and deliver more personalized client service.

S T E P S 0 3 & 0 4. P R O T O T Y P E & I T E R A T E
Initial Concepts
By working in low and mid-fidelity, we were able to quickly test assumptions with stakeholders and refine the experience before committing to detailed design execution.

The Final Product
High-fidelity designs brought the validated workflows to life, creating a cohesive, end-to-end and production-ready advisor experience.


Centralized Document Management.



Status Tracking Made Transparent.



