SafeArk

CRM & CMS System and Mobile Application. Product objective - Serve as a "one stop shop" for small business online presence.

SAFEARK

CRM & CMS System and Mobile Application

Small businesses struggle to establish an online presence, engage with their audience, and effectively market their products. This product aimed to create a seamless, all-in-one CRM & CMS system that simplifies website creation, marketing, and customer engagement for small businesses.

SafeArk

Project Objective

Create a "one-stop shop" platform that allows small business owners to:

  • Create a professional website using pre-existing templates.
  • Market their business using email & SMS campaigns.
  • Simplify ad management with an easy Google Ads integration.
  • Engage website visitors via chat.

My Part

Sole Product Designer – Led end-to-end product design, from concept to launch.

  • User Research & Strategy - Conducted user interviews, competitive analysis, and market research to identify key opportunities and user needs.
  • UX Design - Created user flows, wireframes, and information architecture for both web and mobile platforms.
  • UI Design - Developed a cohesive visual language, and responsive layouts.
  • Front-end Development - Built key webpages using HTML, CSS to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of designs.
  • Prototyping & Testing - Built interactive prototypes and conducted multiple rounds of user testing to validate design decisions.

Target Audience

  • Small business owners with limited technical expertise.
  • Entrepreneurs looking for cost-effective and efficient digital solutions.
  • Users switching from outdated tools or multiple disconnected platforms.

Research Methods

  • User Interviews - Interviewed small business owners to understand pain points.
  • Competitive Analysis - Evaluated leading platforms to identify gaps.
  • Surveys – Collected responses from small businesses on their CRM & CMS challenges.

Key Insights

  • Complexity is a barrier - Many users struggle with technology and Multiple platforms. They want one simple "Plug & Play" tool that handles all their needs.
  • Mobile is critical - 80% of users prefer managing their business on the go.

Features & User Flows

With insights gathered, we prioritized features that directly address user pain points.

  • Website Builder - Pre-designed templates for easy site creation.
  • Analytics Dashboard - Clear insights on traffic and engagement. Minimal, Simple key metrics only.
  • Live Chat - Real-time communication with visitors & customers.
  • Marketing Hub - Integrated email & SMS campaigns with automation.
  • Google Ads Integration - Connect & manage campaigns without leaving the platform.

User Flow Example

Users sign up → Select a website template → Customize content → Connect marketing tools → Launch

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Usability Testing & Iterations

With insights gathered, we prioritized features that directly address user pain points.

  • Conducted rounds of usability testing with users.
  • Measured task completion rate (e.g., setting up a website, launching a campaign).
  • Iterated designs based on feedback, improving onboarding & navigation.

Key Takeaways

  • Simplicity wins - Simplifying intricate customer management and content creation processes.
  • Mobile-first approach - Seamlessly connecting customer data with content management systems.
  • Data-backed decisions - Ensuring the platform is intuitive enough for users of varying technical expertise.
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