Make strategic IA decisions
Articles, stories, and data on creating impactful digital transformation through strategic information architecture decisions.
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Should we be deleting old content?
If you’re new to content audits and a stakeholder in one, this article clarifies goals and decisions. If you’re a content strategist,…
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What does a successful information architecture redesign look like?
Thinking about purchasing information architecture services and wondering how to measure their effectiveness? Here’s my take on what makes a good information…
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How to reduce the learning curve for your app
Want to effectively guide new users without overwhelming them with information? Learn how you can reduce the learning curve for new users…
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What’s the format of information architecture work: diagrams, PowerPoint, Figma, Excel?
When we started working together, a client asked what format they should expect information architecture in. Here’s my (long) answer.
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Dos and don’ts of building a business glossary (and where to start)
My friend visiting Vienna for a week was set to leave on Easter weekend, but options were limited. An exchange he had…
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What moving taught me about content strategy
Moving involves SO many decisions; I discuss them and what I noticed about content strategy and information architecture during my recent move…
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Green flags: 7 questions an information architecture consultant may ask on your first call
An effective information architecture consultant may ask some of these questions in your first few emails or calls before sending you a…
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Against best practices: 6 navigation choices I’ve made that would send me to UX jail if there was one
In honor of taking “Do as I say and not as I do” to the logical extremes, here’s a list of counterintuitive…
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How to design a large language model (with anti-waste app examples)
I recently interviewed for a contract position focused on designing the user experience for a new AI language model product. To convey…
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16 common information architecture problems (with library website examples)
Everyone seems to have an opinion on what should and shouldn’t go on the site. You’re not really sure what to watch…
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