The Communication Studio LLC
Architecture: Building a Graceful Structure

Interactive information architecture organizes site content and functionality so that it aligns with the mission of site sponsors and the goals of site users. It also means planning for change and growth over time.

Interactive architecture design maps meaningful connections between chunks of content and makes the paths through that content natural for the customer.

 

The Basic Toolset

Client Engagement

  • Requirements gathering / needs analysis
  • Mapping the Business Case
  • Charting process and Work Flow
  • Storyboarding (screen flow)
  • Branding
  • Identify customer "personas"

 

And here are some examples...

Information Architecture

  • Librarying
  • Categorization, labeling & terminology
  • Search systems, list management and other functional features
  • Data Modeling

 

Site Design

  • Navigation flow structuring
  • SiteMapping
  • Wireframe modeling
  • CSS Stylesheets
  • Page templates
  • Graphics
  • Online help systems

 

Team Process

  • Information-gathering
  • Documentation
  • Standards Definition
  • Advocacy / Presentations