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Task Analysis

Break down user tasks into steps to understand workflows and identify optimization opportunities.

Budget

medium

Timeline

medium

Team Size

small

Goals

exploratory usability

Pros

  • Provides detailed understanding of user workflows
  • Identifies inefficiencies and pain points
  • Helps prioritize feature development
  • Creates shared understanding of user processes

Cons

  • × Can be time-consuming for complex tasks
  • × May not capture all edge cases
  • × Requires access to users or domain experts
  • × Tasks may change over time

Example Use Case

Breaking down the process of filing an insurance claim to identify steps that can be simplified or automated.

Additional Use Cases

  • Workflow optimization
  • Process documentation
  • Training material development
  • Feature requirements