WISK

Bar Inventory Management made easy

In my interdisciplinary role as the Lead Designer at WISK, I've lead an extensive range of projects, including but not limited to:

  • Developing a corporate brand identity that remained cohesive across all channels,
  • Leading the ever-evolving UX and UI efforts of the iOS and Web applications,
  • Design, development and maintenance of Wisk's websites,
  • As well as various marketing projects.
UX, Branding, Mobile App
WISK bar inventory management

Visual identity

I set out to create a clear set of guidelines to create a cohesive style for Wisk. This came as a brand book that standardized a visual identity defining naming conventions, logo usage, colors, font and iconography.

A style system of cards and drop-shadows laid the groundwork for Wisk's information architecture, and hover effects made buttons feel like they were being physically pressed.

WISK brand style guide and UI design system by Devon Carlson WISK UI component design with card and shadow system

Website

My initial site design leveraged client success with short testimonials to demonstrate value.

It gave an overview of main functionalities and featured a pricing calculator to help users quickly find a plan that fits them.

WISK website design with testimonials and pricing calculator

User Experience

WISK user experience research and flow diagram

Onboarding

Complex tools can often have strenuous setup processes, so we implemented a number of best practices to significantly reduce new user churn.

WISK app onboarding signup flow step 1 WISK app onboarding signup flow step 2 WISK app onboarding signup flow step 3

Gamification

Does the scanner beep when it recognizes a barcode? Elements of gamification bring joy to tasks that can otherwise feel dull, keeping users engaged.

WISK barcode scanner gamification feature UI WISK inventory scanning engagement screen

Flexibility

Building a niche product means facing a number of unique use cases that must be accounted for. This is why we implemented new features like custom weights and a spout selector for bottles.

WISK custom weights feature UI design WISK bottle spout selector custom feature

Intuitive design

We introduced pre-notification prompts to inform new users why Wisk requires certain permissions, insuring that Wisk works properly for everyone.

WISK iOS permission pre-notification prompt design WISK mobile app intuitive UI screen

Marketing

I've helped Wisk execute on a number of marketing channels, ranging from social media, print, email campaigns, and a user referral program.

WISK print magazine advertisement design by Devon Carlson WISK marketing ad design draft

With time Wisk needed a facelift

WISK original logo design before rebrand

Became...

WISK rebranded logo design by Devon Carlson

Website redesign

WISK's new visual identity came complete with a modernized logo, updated UI elements, and brand colors, along with a new website to match.

This new website benefited from cleaner imagery and higher legibility, as well as tailored pages suited for individual client types.

WISK redesigned website desktop view WISK redesigned website mobile view WISK new homepage design concept 1 WISK new homepage design concept 2 WISK new homepage design concept 3 WISK new homepage design concept 4
WISK web app redesign dashboard screen by Devon Carlson WISK web app redesign inventory list screen WISK web app redesign detail view screen

Web app design

My redesign of WISK's web application aimed to simplify the previous design by keeping relevant information segmented in cards.

The design also benefits from a table view that draws user's attention to key information and relevant actions.

WISK branded liquor bottle with new visual identity