Is latest technology an advance or a hindrance?
Organisations often feel compelled to incorporate the latest technology into their instead of making the changes because they have assessed the need for such updates, and identified benefits for users. Toby Biddle discusses the importance of monitoring product upgrades. Click here to find out more.


Common mistakes in web site design
There are a number of common mistakes in web site design. UsabilityOne has identified six of them in this article. Click here for more details on mistakes that reduce the usability of web sites.

 

Usability Tip No.1:
Opening New Browser Windows

Having new browser windows open when a user clicks on a link has both advantages and disadvantages. In many instances, it can negatively affect the user experience in a variety of ways, but if designed correctly it can be very useful. Click here to find out more.

 

Usability Articles
There is a lot being said and written about usability. Here are some articles we think are particularly informative:

Reduce visual clutter to improve usability
This article looks at modern home pages, which often are so visually cluttered that site visitors are overwhelmed. Read more.

Renewing your driving license online in 50 torturous steps.
Gerry McGovern explains how the best websites can make our lives easier, while the worst ones often make them more difficult. Read more.

Seven deadly excuses for poor design
This article lists “excuses” for not designing and developing software properly. Read more.
 
 
   
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