Team:
Jiayi Jiang, Vivian Peng, Van Nguyen, Sanjana Subramani
Experience Design

PlanMyDay

- Time management made smarter

Duration

3 Months

Tools

Figma, Miro, Google Forms, Google Docs, Adobe illustrator

My Role

Evaluated Research Insights, UI and High Fidelity Design

The Problem
Too many apps
are downloaded in efforts to find the perfect scheduling app, causing users to waste time and become overwhelmed.
Lack of a one-stop shop solution
is something that many productivity app users often complain about, and seek a single tool to fulfill their needs.
Time and simplicity
in managing days is an important concern for planners.
Our Solution
An updated calendar tool that provides busy users of all ages with:
SIMPLICITY
and flexibility in managing their schedules, with simple UI and features.
SMART
AUTOMATION
in adding tasks and events, saving time and increasing productivity.
COLLABORATION
to improve communication and efficiency in group tasks.
Timeline
Market Validation
9.3 hrs
The amount of hours per week the average office worker spends on email, with much of that time spent scheduling and managing calendar events.
90%
of professionals use a digital calendar to manage their schedules.
61%
of office workers say they feel overwhelmed by the amount of work they have to do.
75%
of Americans used a digital calendar.
62%
of those with calendar or to-do list apps use them on mobile.
Competitors
Opportunites
Seamless integration with 3rd party apps and virtual meeting platforms as remote work settings become prevalent.
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More advanced task management features and personalized notifications.
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Better mobile functionality to meet users' productivity needs.
Survey Insights
01
Although productivity apps were created as organization tools, users are still looking for more efficiency
02
We can see recent trends in health and lifestyle being reflected in people’s expectation of organization.
03
In our survey results about productivity tools, the most favorite feature is “scheduling multiple things”.
Interview Insights
01
There’s a strong desire for automating the tasks and contents that are being organized into their apps.
02
Users prefer tools with a large amount of customization.
03
Integration with other apps, along with collaborative features, would be useful.
User Persona
Early Idea Sketches
Initial Wireframes
Medium Fidelity Screens
Key Screens
Visual Design
Light&Dark mode
The Product Overview
Our calendar app simplifies the way users manage their busy schedules by providing seamless integration with multiple third-party apps. Our product addresses prevalent user pain points in the calendar app market, while remaining true to the core purpose of a calendar app. By leveraging AI and task management features, the app enhances productivity and organization, making it the go-to platform for managing your personal schedule.
Sandbox
Feature for dumping unstructured thoughts and tasks, allowing users to declutter their minds and improve their focus.
Intelligent Time Blocking
The app to suggest blocks of time for different types of activities based on the user's goals and priorities.
Task Presets
Create preset tasks and all-day schedules, and copy existing tasks in order to save time.
Workspaces
For organizing and creating tasks with others.
Customization
Adjust colors and modes to your liking.
Other Screens
Market Adoption
Competitive Advantages
One-stop shop
The app serves as a one-stop shop for all of users' scheduling and task management needs. The app considers events and tasks as the same, and eliminates the need for multiple apps or tools.
AI powered
The app utilizes advanced AI algorithms to provide contextual insights and suggestions based on the user's schedule and habits. This helps users make more informed decisions and optimize their time.
Thank you!