As part of GE’s “Brilliant Factory” initiative, our team was tasked with designing a digital tool that enabled Operations Leaders to monitor machines across the factory floor in real time. The goal was to provide a simple, glanceable interface that allowed quick detection of downtime, empowering leaders to act decisively and optimize operational efficiency. This project was part of a larger vision to digitize and modernize factory workflows, blending IoT insights with intuitive UI design.
Factory Operations Leaders were limited by manual, disconnected processes that slowed responses to machine downtime. The challenge was to create an iPad application that presented real-time data clearly, simplified decision-making, and could scale across multiple facilities—all while maintaining usability in a fast-paced industrial environment.
FACING THE CHALLENGE:
How do you translate complex industrial data into an intuitive iPad experience for users who need immediate, actionable insights?
The iPad prototype was selected for further development, solidifying our team as a key partner in the Brilliant Factory Initiative. The design not only improved visibility into machine performance but also inspired the development of wearable solutions, such as an Apple Watch version, expanding the concept’s reach and usability. This project showcased how user-centered design could transform industrial workflows, accelerate decision-making, and inspire future innovation at GE.
