DESIGN
Implementation Review
Conduct Design Reviews
Design reviews ensure the final implementation matches the design vision and adheres to the style guide and specifications.
Why it's Important
Maintains consistency between design and development.
Identifies and resolves discrepancies early.
Ensures a polished and professional product.
How to Implement
Compare Screens: Cross-check implemented screens against design mockups.
Focus on Details: Review layout, typography, spacing, and color usage.
Check Interactions: Test hover states, animations, and transitions.
Review Responsiveness: Ensure the design adapts correctly to different screen sizes.
Document Findings: Log discrepancies and communicate them to the development team.
Available Workshops
Pixel-Perfect Review Sessions: Compare pixel-level details between designs and the live product.
Interaction Testing: Simulate all interactions to ensure alignment with design specs.
Consistency Audits: Verify adherence to the style guide across the product.
Responsiveness Review Workshops: Test and refine designs on various devices.
Team Feedback Roundtables: Gather input from both designers and developers.
Deliverables
Discrepancy report with prioritized fixes.
Updated implementation plan to address issues.
Approved final design sign-off.
How to Measure
Percentage of alignment between design and implementation.
Number of discrepancies resolved before launch.
Stakeholder approval of the implemented design.
Real-World Examples
Apple
Conducts detailed design reviews to ensure consistency across its ecosystem.
Spotify
Focuses on seamless transitions and pixel-perfect alignment for its UI.
Tesla
Prioritizes design fidelity in its software interfaces to enhance the user experience.
Get It Right
Use side-by-side comparisons of designs and the live product.
Focus on both visual and functional elements.
Address issues iteratively and test after each fix.
Collaborate closely with developers for clarity.
Involve stakeholders for final approval.
Don't Make These Mistakes
Ignoring minor design discrepancies that affect the overall experience.
Failing to test across multiple devices and environments.
Overlooking interactive elements during reviews.
Delaying fixes until after launch.
Conducting reviews without proper documentation.