NCS Language Platform
A dialect library, classroom games and a support desk for the Native Communications Society of the NWT, taken from pitch to three live productio…
Nov 3, 2026
UX & Service Design
The craft. UX research, service design, information architecture, requirements, and accessibility for products and platforms.
26 articles
Goodbye Screens: Designing the Rules for AI-Built Interfaces
In 2026, UX is shifting from static screens to dynamic "recipes." Interfaces are now on-tap rendering layers, not products. Designers must build…
Jan 1, 2026
Sound HSA
A "sats for steps" idea, researched and designed into the first bitcoin-native health savings platform, shipped from pitch deck to live app for…
Aug 20, 2025
The Power of Design Patterns vs. the AI Challenge
AI is transforming design, but human oversight is vital to ensure consistency, relevance, and user-centered experiences. Learn how to balance AI…
Jan 3, 2025
Goodbye UX, Hello LLMDX: Bridging to a New Era in Experience Design
From traditional UX to Large Language Model Design Experience (LLMDX), highlighting AI's role in shaping future interactions. It covers key area…
Nov 25, 2024
The Humanjava Story: When a Company Name Becomes a Vision
Humanjava's journey from a name to a mission reflects technology's human side, evolving from basic web design to AI-enhanced user experiences, d…
Nov 7, 2024
Bridging Digital Design and Societal Good: Creating an Ethical Framework in UX
The article discusses the need for an ethical framework in UX design, emphasizing transparency, community value, and responsible decision-making…
Nov 1, 2024
5 Years into the Future: Planning for Responsive Roles Now
UX professionals can lead in an AI-augmented future, shaping user experiences and business strategies. How? By exploring and evolving with AI: f…
Oct 14, 2024
Beyond the Screen: Designing for Multi-State User Experiences
Beyond static screens, design for multi-state UX to adapt to user's evolving needs from newness to familiarity. Plan for first-time, regular, an…
Oct 10, 2024
User Experience in 2024: Are We All Hybrids Yet?
In 2024, UX is more than aesthetics, it's a strategic blend of design, business, and data-driven insights. Whether you need a designer for user…
Oct 5, 2024
Strategies for Defining the Right UX Balance of Delight and Efficiency
Guide projects from the start, and shape the experience through a clear UX strategy. By considering the balance of delight vs efficiency, teams…
Sep 10, 2024
From UX Designer to UX SME - the Art of Writing Product Requirements Documents
Master the Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) to elevate your skills as a UX Professional. By contributing and embed user insights, UX design…
Aug 20, 2024
The UX-MBA: Combining Product Leadership, Business Analysis, and User Experience into a State of Being
By embracing these five MBA-like qualities, a UX Product Leader can reach a master's level of awareness, committed to excellence and delivering…
Jul 29, 2024
Transforming Business Banking: A Human-Centred Digital Journey
Led CIBC's transformation of business banking onboarding from paper-heavy to digital-first, launching just before COVID-19. The solution reduced…
Jun 14, 2024
Managing Up: Crafting Effective Status Reports for Business Leaders
If the goal is to provide a report that is short, clear, and demonstrates your value; all roads lead to status updates with progressive disclosu…
May 13, 2024
Harnessing the Double Diamond: A Strategy for Diverse UX Solutions
Using the Double Diamond framework, we gather insight on users expectations and preferences. Whos' final results are then tested for alignment w…
May 6, 2024
Striking the Balance Between Use Cases & User Stories
Projects often begin with a set of business needs and guidelines, typically outlined in use-based language. Use-based documentation, whether in…
Apr 28, 2024
High Agency: A Crucial Personality Trait for UX Consultants
Displaying a high agency mindset involves taking deep ownership and initiative, acting as a catalyst for positive change. It’s about actively sh…
Mar 31, 2024
Simplifying Savings: A UX Strategy for Making Investing Easy
By implementing user-friendly design principles, we can transform the savings experience, making it more engaging and less intimidating for the…
Oct 23, 2023
CIBC Investment Calculators
Nine calculators rebuilt into one accessible framework, delivered on time and on budget.
May 10, 2023
CHIP Reverse Mortgage: Empathy-Driven Research for Senior Financial Independence
Empathy matters, and by understanding the unique challenges faced by seniors and their advocates, we could refine the website’s content and navi…
May 2, 2023
Unveiling the Success Mindset
Defining success early on is not merely a strategic move; it's a fundamental necessity. It provides a shared North Star for every member of the…
Apr 22, 2023
Designing for Accessibility: A Holistic Approach Beyond Tags
At Humanjava Enterprises, we understand that designing for accessibility goes beyond mere compliance with tags and standards. We recognize the m…
Nov 6, 2022
The 30,000’ Project Definition: Setting the Course for Digital Success
Drawing from over 20 years of expertise in UX consulting, we understand the importance of establishing clear project attributes from the outset.…
Oct 17, 2022
Ontario Roadside Inspection
A fixed paper truck-inspection process, rebuilt as a save-anywhere digital workflow for officers in the field.
Jun 15, 2022
Crafting Success: A Strategic Approach to UX Consulting
Our structured approach to UX consulting is evident in our case studies and portfolio examples. With a focus on project success, we tailor metho…
Feb 17, 2022