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Cadmium - Server Management

Internal Cisco Tool, 2024

Project Overview

The Problem

The existing Cisco legacy tool for managing computer objects is slow, error-prone, and inefficient, leading to decreased productivity and search difficulties for IT administrators.

There is a need for a modern solution that simplifies object management, improves search accuracy, and enhances workflows.

 

Cadmium replaces this outdated tool, offering a streamlined, efficient platform that boosts productivity and security compliance.

My Role

UX Designer, Design Lead 

Project Duration

Mart 2024 - Present

Responsibilities

  • Paper and Digital Wireframing

  • ​Information Architecture

  • Competitor Analysis

  • Low and High fidelity prototyping

  • Conducting usability studies

  • Accounting for Cisco standards and accessibility

Info Architecture of Cadmium
Cadmium Compt Analysis

Ongoing Work

  1. Continued enhancement of the search functionality based on real-time data.

  2. Broadening the user base for further feedback and refinements.

  3. Exploring the possible implementation of Account Management as an advanced feature

Key Metrics

  • 35% faster computer creation process, reducing admin overhead.

  • 60% improvement in search accuracy, helping users find the right computer objects quickly.

  • 20% increase in user productivity.

  • 50% decrease in computer management errors.

  • 10% increase in security compliance.

  • 85% user satisfaction.​

Cadmium project's prototype structure

Hi-Fi Prototypes​

Current Results

Cadmium has been implemented in a beta phase with a focus on internal teams.

  • Table View Implementation: Simplified how users navigate computer objects, making it easy to scan, filter, and manage multiple items in a single view.

  • 1-Click Search Functionality: Improved search experience with faster, more accurate results, helping users find what they need without hassle.

  • Clean ‘Create’ Workflow: Redesigned the server creation form to be straightforward and clutter-free, minimizing input errors and saving time.

  • Enhanced Role-Based Access: Added granular control settings, ensuring the right people have access to the right tools, reinforcing security and trust.

  • Positive Early Feedback: Testers appreciated the intuitive design and efficiency, noting how much smoother daily tasks became with the new interface.

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