Do I Actually Need a Redesign Right Now? - Pittsburgh 2023

Explore the critical decision-making process behind website redesigns in this 31-minute conference talk from Drupal Association's Pittsburgh 2023 event. Delve into the potential benefits and costs of redesigning, learn when a redesign truly makes sense, and discover alternative strategies for improving your website. Examine the concept of 'renovation' and its advantages for lean teams, while understanding the consequences of inaction. Gain insights on making progress through reduction and simplification, with emphasis on "Light Touch" examples. Learn how to focus your efforts, conduct usability tests, and develop sample programs. Acquire knowledge on planning ahead, implementing effective measurement strategies, and identifying key metrics to track. This talk equips you with practical tools to evaluate your website's needs and make informed decisions about redesign initiatives.

Potential benefits
Potential costs
When does a redesign make sense?
There is much you can do in the meantime...
Why 'renovate'?
Lean team woes
Consequences of inertia
Making progress...
Reduce
Simplify
3.Emphasize (text-only) "Light Touch" Example
What to focus on?
Example usability test
Sample program
Planning ahead
Measurement
What to measure