Fmcg Client

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Discover how FMCG Company, a prominent player in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, partnered with my team at Reply to embark on a transformative journey and gain a competitive advantage.

Through innovation, scalability, as well as a focus on health and wellness, we laid the foundation for a revolutionary product concept which would reshape the consumer experience, on a global scale.

Central to this vision was the development of proprietary algorithms and A platform, designed to sell products which optimize and sustain peak performance.

Background

Collaborating closely with FMCG Company, my team of seven experts embarked on a mission to expand upon the initial concepts and foster conversations around ecosystem strategy and growth.

With an unwavering emphasis on health and wellness, the objective was to develop a platform which could deliver highly personalized experiences to consumers worldwide — targeted at helping promote and maintain peak performance.

Together, FMCG Company and my team at Reply unlocked a realm of new opportunities, seamlessly integrating the product into users' daily lives.

Integrations

Sketch of all integration points for this project.

Approach

To ensure the viability of the concept, our team not only conceptualized and designed the initial proof-of-concept (POC) but also transformed it into a functional iOS application. The app was subsequently deployed to a test group of 50 users, marking the beginning of the testing phase. This crucial stage allowed us to validate the core concept — an algorithm-powered platform designed to optimize users' well-being and sustain peak performance.

Proof-of-concept Development

Phase I. The proof-of-concept (POC) showcased a minimal interface designed for quick development and the early stages of our data gathering efforts.

mvp Development

North Star Sitemap

Phase II. The North Star sitemap represents the app's architecture and its strategic development over time. Engaging in the process of establishing the North Star clarified our understanding, enabling us to effectively distinguish and sequence the features for the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) from those earmarked for the ultimate goal, the North Star.

North Star Ecosystem Map

Phase II. Following the development of the sitemap, we crafted a comprehensive ecosystem map with an exploratory focus. This map was instrumental in pinpointing and ranking critical areas of opportunity, which subsequently informed the creation of our strategies towards both the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and the North Star.

mvp Design

The North Star concept unveiled a more advanced interface which was an evolution of our initial design concepts, yet it significantly surpassed the scope of the proof-of-concept (POC)

Phase III. The North Star concept unveiled a more advanced interface which was an evolution of our initial design concepts, yet it significantly surpassed the scope of the proof-of-concept (POC).

A vision for the app's ultimate user interface

Phase III. North Star Homescreen: A vision for the app's ultimate user interface

User’s Goals Dashboard: A user-centric interface designed to help consumers achieve their personal objectives

Phase III. User’s Goals Dashboard: A user-centric interface designed to help consumers achieve their personal objectives

Intelligent Recommendations Dashboard: A personalized recommendations screen for users to receive tailored tips and product suggestions

Phase III. Intelligent Recommendations Dashboard: A personalized recommendations screen for users to receive tailored tips and product suggestions

Solution

Leveraging cutting-edge technology such as Number Eight, Apple Watch, iOS HeathKit, and the PANAS (Positive and Negative Affect Schedule) questionnaire, our algorithm intuitively understood users' needs, providing timely tips and recommendations to help them achieve and maintain peak performance. You can access the start screen of the POC app, which is utilized by the engineering team, by clicking here.

Simultaneously, I led the team in creating a visionary roadmap, often referred to as the 'North Star', which encapsulated our most innovative ideas. Particularly those ideas which extended far beyond the feasibility of a POC. This comprehensive vision served as a guidepost for both our client and the engineering teams alike, ensuring a clear direction as we moved beyond the testing phase.

Results

The future of FMCG Company lies in diversification and customization, enabling the organization to anticipate a wide spectrum of consumer needs. Deep personalization, centered around predicting and enhancing energy, calmness, and focus levels, takes center stage in this evolution of the consumer experience.

Coupled with on-demand delivery, FMCG Company is poised to meet the dynamic demands of an ever-evolving marketplace, while also providing products which help consumers optimize and sustain peak performance.

Conclusions

The partnership between FMCG Company and my team at Reply has ushered in a new era of possibilities. Through embracing diversification, personalization, and a consumer-driven, on-demand mindset, FMCG Company is positioned to excel in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

With a focus on innovation and scalability, FMCG Company's revolutionary product vision promises to reshape the fast-moving consumer goods industry, delivering personalized experiences which enhance well-being and enable consumers to achieve and sustain peak performance. FMCG Company is set to revolutionize the way consumers optimize their performance and unlock their full (individual) potential.

Contributions

  • Research

  • Concept Development

  • Product Vision Definition

  • Strategy Direction

  • Design Direction

  • Product Roadmap

  • Project Management

  • Vision Workshops

  • Deck Development

  • Pitch Development

  • Collaboration with Engineering

  • Collaboration with Data Scientists

  • Product Development

  • User Story Definition

  • Agile Ceremonies

  • User Testing

  • Travel

Team Structure

  • Role: Strategy and Design Director

  • Supportive Roles:

    • Service Design Associate

    • Product Design Associate

    • Data Scientists

    • Behavioral Psychologists

    • Engineering

    • Project Manager

    • Client Partner

  • Consultancy: Reply