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NIRDA LAB MIS 🇷🇼

Product Discovery, User Research, UI/UX Design - 2024

Project Duration

4 Months


Responsibilities

Product Discovery, User Research, UI/UX Design [Client Portal, Admin Portal, Receptionist Portal and Lab Technician Portal]


Introduction

The National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) is a government institution with a mission of enabling a generation of industrial innovators to become competitive through technology monitoring, acquisition, development, commercialization and transfer, Applied Research and Development and Foresight Incubation.


Problem

The continued use of physical papers and office visits for applications by the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) poses several challenges:

  1. Inefficiency and Delay:

    The reliance on physical papers and office visits often results in a slow and cumbersome application process.


  2. Limited Accessibility:

    Physical paperwork and office visits may limit accessibility for applicants, especially those located in remote areas.


  3. Data Security and Integrity:

    Traditional paper-based systems may pose risks to data security and integrity.


  4. Cost and Resource Allocation:

    Managing physical paperwork demands significant resources, including storage space, personnel for manual processing, and printing costs.


  5. Lack of Real-time Tracking and Monitoring:

    Physical paperwork makes it challenging to implement real-time tracking and monitoring of application progress.

Project Duration

4 Months


Responsibilities

Product Discovery, User Research, UI/UX Design [Client Portal, Admin Portal, Receptionist Portal and Lab Technician Portal]


Introduction

The National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) is a government institution with a mission of enabling a generation of industrial innovators to become competitive through technology monitoring, acquisition, development, commercialization and transfer, Applied Research and Development and Foresight Incubation.


Problem

The continued use of physical papers and office visits for applications by the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) poses several challenges:

  1. Inefficiency and Delay:

    The reliance on physical papers and office visits often results in a slow and cumbersome application process.


  2. Limited Accessibility:

    Physical paperwork and office visits may limit accessibility for applicants, especially those located in remote areas.


  3. Data Security and Integrity:

    Traditional paper-based systems may pose risks to data security and integrity.


  4. Cost and Resource Allocation:

    Managing physical paperwork demands significant resources, including storage space, personnel for manual processing, and printing costs.


  5. Lack of Real-time Tracking and Monitoring:

    Physical paperwork makes it challenging to implement real-time tracking and monitoring of application progress.

Project Duration

4 Months


Responsibilities

Product Discovery, User Research, UI/UX Design [Client Portal, Admin Portal, Receptionist Portal and Lab Technician Portal]


Introduction

The National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) is a government institution with a mission of enabling a generation of industrial innovators to become competitive through technology monitoring, acquisition, development, commercialization and transfer, Applied Research and Development and Foresight Incubation.


Problem

The continued use of physical papers and office visits for applications by the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) poses several challenges:

  1. Inefficiency and Delay:

    The reliance on physical papers and office visits often results in a slow and cumbersome application process.


  2. Limited Accessibility:

    Physical paperwork and office visits may limit accessibility for applicants, especially those located in remote areas.


  3. Data Security and Integrity:

    Traditional paper-based systems may pose risks to data security and integrity.


  4. Cost and Resource Allocation:

    Managing physical paperwork demands significant resources, including storage space, personnel for manual processing, and printing costs.


  5. Lack of Real-time Tracking and Monitoring:

    Physical paperwork makes it challenging to implement real-time tracking and monitoring of application progress.

Solution

As a solution to challenges tied to physical paperwork and office visits, NIRDA has introduced a comprehensive digital platform for application management. This transformative initiative aims to streamline and modernize the application process, offering enhanced efficiency and accessibility for both applicants and agency staff. The introduction of this digital platform not only addresses the inefficiencies associated with manual paperwork but also provides real-time tracking, improved data security, and substantial cost savings.


Key Benefits:

  1. Streamlined Operations:

    The digital platform accelerates and simplifies the application process at NIRDA, reducing manual handling and paperwork.


  2. Faster Processing:

    Automation leads to faster processing times, enabling the agency to handle a higher volume of applications efficiently.


  3. Improved Accessibility:

    The platform provides remote access, broadening the reach of NIRDA's services and encouraging more diverse participation in research and development initiatives.


  4. Real-time Tracking:

    Real-time tracking capabilities enhance transparency, allowing both applicants and agency staff to monitor the status of applications.



  5. Enhanced Data Security:

    Implementing advanced security measures ensures the confidentiality and integrity of applicant data.


  6. Cost Savings:

    The shift to a digital platform reduces the need for physical storage, printing, and manual processing, leading to significant cost savings.


  7. Technological Alignment:

    Embracing digital solutions positions NIRDA as forward-thinking, adapting to technological trends in the research and development sector.



My role as the key designer in the creation of NIRDA's comprehensive digital platform has been pivotal in ushering in a new era of streamlined operations for the agency. My primary focus was on developing a user-friendly and technologically advanced interface, ensuring that the digital platform accelerates and simplifies the application process while reducing manual handling and paperwork.