When to compromise on depth of research and when to push back

In this article, we'll take a look at some research approach compromises that you should push back on.

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The other side of the conversation: 3 reasons why UX researchers should take a turn as a participant

You've run user interviews before – now it's time to switch seats. Here are 3 reasons why you should try being a participant for yourself.

7 min read

8 tips for running user interviews over the phone

User interviews can't always be carried out in person, so here are 8 tips to help you ace interviewing users over the phone.

7 min read

How to interpret your card sort results Part 2: closed card sorts and next steps

Closed card sorts are generally much quicker and easier than open and hybrid card sorts.

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How to interpret your card sort results Part 1: open and hybrid card sorts

Let's look at how to interpret and analyze the results from open and hybrid card sorts.

9 min read

How to define and refine ontology

In an IA context, ontology refers to the meaning behind our labels, terms, language and content categories.

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10 information architecture traps we all fall into: Part 2

Let’s take a look at the next 5 common IA traps we’ve all fallen into, how they happen and how to avoid them.

7 min read

Form review: IRS US Individual Income Tax Return 2016 Form

Let’s see what happens when the IRS meets Chalkmark!

16 min read

10 information architecture traps we all fall into: Part 1

Let’s take a look at 5 common IA traps we’ve all fallen into, how they happen and how to avoid them.

6 min read

Ready for take-off: Best practices for creating and launching remote user research studies

When you’re on to something that works — turn it into a template!

7 min read