PATE
Streamlined AI-driven bill-splitting for effortless payments.
· Project Goal: To develop an AI-driven app that simplifies bill-splitting and payment processes in restaurants. · My Role: Product Designer, leading the development of the user interface and integration of AI technology. · Design process: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test, Iterate. · Impact: Streamlined the payment process, reducing user friction and enhancing the overall dining experience for customers.
· Project Goal: To develop an AI-driven app that simplifies bill-splitting and payment processes in restaurants. · My Role: Product Designer, leading the development of the user interface and integration of AI technology. · Design process: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test, Iterate. · Impact: Streamlined the payment process, reducing user friction and enhancing the overall dining experience for customers.
Company
Key payment provider (NDA Active)
My Role
Product Designer AI Integration Specialist UI/UX Designer
Product Designer AI Integration Specialist UI/UX Designer
Industry
Restaurants & Payments
Date
March 2024
· The concept for PATE originated from understanding the pain points associated with manual bill splitting. · Began with in-depth research into user challenges and existing solutions, which revealed that many users were frustrated by the manual calculations and time-consuming processes involved in dividing bills. · Addressing these issues, I designed PATE to integrate AI-driven recognition software that eliminates manual data entry. · The approach was informed by user feedback and a review of competitor products, highlighting the need for a more intuitive and automated solution. · Early stakeholder meetings and user interviews focused on defining project goals and ensuring alignment with the needs of both users and the business.
· The concept for PATE originated from understanding the pain points associated with manual bill splitting. · Began with in-depth research into user challenges and existing solutions, which revealed that many users were frustrated by the manual calculations and time-consuming processes involved in dividing bills. · Addressing these issues, I designed PATE to integrate AI-driven recognition software that eliminates manual data entry. · The approach was informed by user feedback and a review of competitor products, highlighting the need for a more intuitive and automated solution. · Early stakeholder meetings and user interviews focused on defining project goals and ensuring alignment with the needs of both users and the business.
· The concept for PATE originated from understanding the pain points associated with manual bill splitting. · Began with in-depth research into user challenges and existing solutions, which revealed that many users were frustrated by the manual calculations and time-consuming processes involved in dividing bills. · Addressing these issues, I designed PATE to integrate AI-driven recognition software that eliminates manual data entry. · The approach was informed by user feedback and a review of competitor products, highlighting the need for a more intuitive and automated solution. · Early stakeholder meetings and user interviews focused on defining project goals and ensuring alignment with the needs of both users and the business.
· The design process for PATE involved creating detailed user personas and scenarios to guide the development of the app’s features. · Crafted wireframes and interactive prototypes to map out the user journey and test various functionalities. · Testing sessions were conducted to validate the AI recognition capabilities and the overall user experience. Feedback from these sessions was used to refine the interface, ensuring it was intuitive and easy to use. · Key features of the app, such as the ability to tag items and split costs among friends, were iteratively developed to enhance accuracy and user satisfaction. · Collaboration with developers is crucial to integrate the AI technology and ensure that the app met the high standards required for a seamless user experience.
· The design process for PATE involved creating detailed user personas and scenarios to guide the development of the app’s features. · Crafted wireframes and interactive prototypes to map out the user journey and test various functionalities. · Testing sessions were conducted to validate the AI recognition capabilities and the overall user experience. Feedback from these sessions was used to refine the interface, ensuring it was intuitive and easy to use. · Key features of the app, such as the ability to tag items and split costs among friends, were iteratively developed to enhance accuracy and user satisfaction. · Collaboration with developers is crucial to integrate the AI technology and ensure that the app met the high standards required for a seamless user experience.
· The design process for PATE involved creating detailed user personas and scenarios to guide the development of the app’s features. · Crafted wireframes and interactive prototypes to map out the user journey and test various functionalities. · Testing sessions were conducted to validate the AI recognition capabilities and the overall user experience. Feedback from these sessions was used to refine the interface, ensuring it was intuitive and easy to use. · Key features of the app, such as the ability to tag items and split costs among friends, were iteratively developed to enhance accuracy and user satisfaction. · Collaboration with developers is crucial to integrate the AI technology and ensure that the app met the high standards required for a seamless user experience.
· The final product integrates a straightforward payment system that simplifies the process of settling the bill. Once expenses are split, users can effortlessly transfer their share of the payment to the main organiser via a secure payment provider. · This feature not only streamlines the payment process but also reduces the risk of errors and misunderstandings among friends. · PATE’s design ensures that users can focus on enjoying their time together, rather than dealing with the complexities of bill splitting. · The app stands out by offering a solution that combines advanced technology with a user-friendly interface, demonstrating my ability to address user needs and deliver a product that enhances the overall dining experience.