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Our thoughts around UX, technology and anything new. Plus in-depth perceptions shared by our managing directors and consultants.

Robots at Home: Smart Homes

In this series we are taking a look at the state of domestic robots and how close we are to robots being a common feature of the home. In our final piece of this collection, we look at how we can tie all of the different gadgets from around the house together in the Smart Home.

UX Connections’ Trip to Dubai!

Our week in Dubai as a full team was packed full of exciting experiences. Bringing together our London, Gothenburg, New York and Sydney offices, our excursion was definitely one to remember. Read on to get a feel for what we got up to over there!

The User Experience of Emirates

The UX Connections team recently arrived in Dubai, and the journey here was quite something. Continuing on with our Down in Dubai: UX Inspirations series, we thought we’d carry out a review – specifically, the user experience of Emirates. 

Robots at Home: Companions

In this series we are taking a look at the state of domestic robots and how close we are to robots being a common feature of the home. Whilst we have seen the practicality of certain bots for domestic chores, perhaps one of the most demanded areas is robotic companions.

Robots at Home: Roomba

In this series we are taking a look at the state of domestic robots and how close we are to robots being a common feature of the home. Our next focus is on Roomba, possibly the most common example of a domestic robot.

Best UX Design Blogs

12 Best UX Design Blogs (2022)

We know that you have been wading through pages of search results, eager to find UX blogs with high-quality, insightful articles. Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. 

Robots at Home: Optimus and Bumble C

Following Tesla’s recent update on their humanoid robot, this series will take a look at the state of domestic robots and how close we are to robots being a common feature of the home. First of all we focus on the Tesla Bot.

Consultant Profile: Lauren Nicholson

As a continuation of the series where we interview our UX experts, we spoke to a member of our team who’s been here since 2019, worked on numerous projects in a variety of industries, and leads our office in New York!

SXSW Sydney

SXSW comes to Sydney in October 2023!

It has recently been announced that the world-renowned tech conference, SXSW will be expanding to Australia and Asia Pacific in 2023, being held in the home city of our Australia office, Sydney! 

Are Video Games Making You Smarter?

Gaming is emerging as a popular pastime in many parts of the world. New research sheds light on how indulging in your favourite video game might be improving your decision-making skills.

Managing People Through AI (Part II of II)

Artificial intelligence (AI) technology has witnessed steadfast adoption in many large corporations. As AI solutions become more commonplace, accessible and scalable, small firms are likely to follow suit.

Managing People Through AI (Part I of II)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is making its foray into people management, one step at a time. Here’s how organisations can leverage the potential of machine learning to monitor and analyse talent.

Consultant Profile: Patch McCabe

As a continuation of the series where we talk to our UX experts, we spoke to a long-time UX Connections team member, and asked everything you’d need to know about their UX journey. 

Consultant Profile: Felipe Fernandez

As a continuation of the series where we talk to our UX experts, we spoke to a long-time UX Connections team member, and asked everything you’d need to know about their UX journey. 

Consultant Profile: Lauren Nicholson

As a continuation of the series where we interview our UX experts, we spoke to a member of our team who’s been here since 2019, worked on numerous projects in a variety of industries, and leads our office in New York!

User research at UX Connections

What are the best UX Research methods?

When undertaking any digital project, it is important to understand the audience who will be using the digital system. It is key to put the user at the centre of design decision making.  User-centricity is vital for creating a product/service that is both compelling and functional. 

International Women's Day

A day to challenge

So, to chime in with this year’s theme for International Women’s Day, I Choose To Challenge myself to advocate the importance of both gender and racial equality, both at work, and across the tech sector.

Top tech tips for home-schoolers

Whether you are new to, or are well-versed in the vagaries of teaching children at home, my team figured that since knowledge is power, it would be worth sharing ours.

Best Customer Insight Strategy

UX Connections Nominated For The Modern Retail Awards

The Modern Retail Awards have announced the nominees for this year, and we are thrilled to share that UX Connections have made it to the final three! Our project with Entain was named a finalist in the category of Best Customer Insight Strategy.

Work from Work

Chris Sainsbury featured in this recent Telegraph article about the return to the workplace.

Christ from UX Connections

The Future of Remote Working

Chris Sainsbury features in opinion-led piece called ‘The Future of Remote Working,’ quoting Chris alongside business leaders representing various agencies as well as a futurist and CEOs.