Week 1:
Day 1: Conduct user research to understand user needs and preferences. This could include surveys, interviews, and focus groups. Estimated time: 4 hours.
Day 2: Analyze user research data to identify common pain points and opportunities for improvement. Estimated time: 3 hours.
Day 3-4: Sketch out initial design concepts based on user research insights. Estimated time: 6 hours.
Day 5-6: Create wireframes or low-fidelity prototypes of the most promising design concepts. Estimated time: 8 hours.
Weekend: Take a break!
Week 2:
Day 7-8: Refine the prototypes based on feedback from colleagues or potential users. Estimated time: 8 hours.
Day 9-10: Create high-fidelity prototypes of the selected design concept. Estimated time: 10 hours.
Day 11-12: Test the high-fidelity prototype with users to identify any usability issues or areas for improvement. Estimated time: 6 hours.
Day 13-14: Present the final design concept to stakeholders, incorporating feedback from user testing and internal review. Estimated time: 4 hours.