Virtuo - My rental
1. Context
Our reservation management page was initially very basic, serving more as a static showcase than an interactive tool. It lacked critical information, causing difficulties for users and generating significant costs for the company.
Identified Problems:
Users struggled to locate their vehicle or understand the steps required to start or complete their reservation.
Missing essential information (parking location, departure time, digital key usage).
High operational costs for the company due to SMS notifications needed to convey this information.
Ineffective and static tracking, unable to adapt to the reservation’s progress.
🙌 Initially, our goal was to centralize information and maintain its history. However, we quickly identified an opportunity to provide a more dynamic and comprehensive support system for users.
Methodology:
📊 1. Data Collection: In-depth discussions with Customer Service teams to identify recurring issues.
🧐 2. Feedback Analysis: Examination of user feedback and data from analytics tools like Amplitude.
2. Objectives
User Objectives:
📉 Reduce the volume of user contacts with customer service
⭐️ Enhance the user experience, retention, and Net Promoter Score (NPS).
Business Objectives:
🗑️ Eliminate SMS usage to reduce costs.
💸 Create opportunities for monetization, such as offering booking upgrades.
3. Idea Generation
Based on the analysis of feedback and data, we proposed several features to address the identified issues:
A dynamic interface allowing users to track their reservation status in real time.
Clear, step-by-step instructions for departure and return processes.
Suggested actions to complete or enhance the booking.
4. Discovery & Benchmark
We used Mobbin to analyze user flows from leading platforms like Airbnb, which excels in check-in and check-out management. Their clear, context-sensitive instructions, concise information, and seamless user experience inspired features to enhance guidance and interaction on our platform.
Wireframe Design:
Based on the insights collected, I created the initial user journey wireframes. These included features like a "status" thumbnail to guide users step-by-step while surfacing key actions they needed to take.
5. High-Fidelity Prototypes
After the wireframes were approved by stakeholders, I developed high-fidelity prototypes using our design system. Additionally, I created a detailed questionnaire to test the flow and usability of the new designs with users.
6. User Testing
👀 Methodology:
Selection of two user panels: first-time users and returning customers.
Conducting guided sessions to observe their interactions and gather feedback.
Synthesizing insights and iterating on the prototypes based on the findings.
👩🏻💻 Deliverables:
Finalized designs validated and handed off to the development team.
Comprehensive documentation covering all use cases.
Visual QA to ensure the developed screens matched the design specifications.
7. Iteration and Results
The project was part of a continuous improvement process, with regular testing and feature updates.
📊 Key Results:
35% reduction in customer service inquiries per reservation, improving communication efficiency.
118% increase in the NPS for vehicle pickup, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Complete elimination of SMS usage, paired with a 22% overall NPS improvement.
• ⁃ 15% increase in ancillary revenue post-booking, driving overall business growth.