The first step in my design process was to empathize with the user. Within the context of partner information, I began to create a simple page layout and interface.

I created a basic page wireframe to explore hierarchy, spacing, map pins, headings, and information layout architecture.

I created clickable prototypes for development and testing. Some of the tests I performed were map functions such as clicks, zooming, and trackpad scrolling on desktop and mobile.

Through usability testing, I found that the click progression for the map tool was the priority. Although the small pop-up window was helpful for initial information delivery, I needed to provide an experience to display more partner information without taking the user away from Summit Collaborative’s find tool. To accomplish this, I designed and developed a lightbox that pops up when “View Details” is clicked on each partner’s map marker.