Empowering Inclusive UX Design with the Guideline-Based Expert Walkthrough (GBEW) Method at Versions

At Versions, we continuously strive to create inclusive and user-friendly digital experiences for our diverse clientele. To achieve this goal, we have adopted the Guideline-Based Expert Walkthrough (GBEW) method in our UX design. The GBEW method allows us to assess and enhance the accessibility, usability, and inclusion of user interfaces by combining expert insights with established web guidelines and domain-specific best practices. In this article, we’ll discuss the GBEW method and how it has transformed our UX design process at Versions.

GBEW Method in the UX Design Process at Versions

Our team of experts at Versions collaborates to develop a customized set of guidelines tailored to each project’s specific domain and context. This customization ensures that our evaluations are targeted and relevant, addressing the unique challenges and requirements of each client’s digital interface.

Our multidisciplinary team of UI/UX designers, accessibility specialists, and usability experts conduct independent expert walkthroughs, assessing the user interface according to the customized guidelines. By leveraging the diverse expertise of our team members, we can identify potential issues and opportunities for improvement across various aspects of accessibility, usability, and inclusion.

Collaborative Review and Recommendations

Following the expert walkthroughs, our team comes together to discuss the findings, consolidating the results into a comprehensive report. This collaborative design review process allows us to prioritize issues and develop actionable recommendations, ensuring that our clients receive well-rounded and data-driven insights to improve their digital user experience.

Enhanced User Experience

By incorporating the GBEW method into our UX design process, we have been able to identify and address a wide range of accessibility, usability, and inclusion issues. This comprehensive evaluation has empowered us to create more user-friendly and inclusive digital experiences, ultimately leading to higher user satisfaction and engagement.

The structured approach of the GBEW method has streamlined our design process by providing clear evaluation criteria and a consistent framework for our team. This has facilitated more effective collaboration, enabling us to deliver high-quality, inclusive digital experiences in a timely and efficient manner.

The adoption of the GBEW method at Versions has had a transformative impact on our UX design process, enabling us to create more accessible, usable, and inclusive digital experiences for our clients. We believe that the GBEW method is a valuable addition to the UX practitioner’s toolkit and we are excited to continue refining and expanding its application in our future projects.