At UserFocus 2011 I'm delivering a keynote (slides here) that features a new illustration I call the cross-channel crystal. The crystal is intended to catalyze conversation around the formulation of cross-channel strategy.
Here is a brief explanation of each facet:
- Composition. The mix of platforms, devices, and media (and the features of each). Is the service multi-channel or cross-channel?
- Consistency. Symmetry of brand, features, organization, and interaction must be balanced against platform-specific optimization.
- Connection. Bridges across channels (e.g., links, tags, addresses, barcodes, signs, maps) must be visible at the point of need.
- Continuity. Apps should maintain state so users can flow between devices while reading books, watching movies, shopping, etc.
- Context. How will time, location, device constraints, and personal or social context impact use cases and user psychology and behavior?
- Conflict. To address channel conflict and free riding, we may need to realign incentives, metrics, the business model, and the org chart.
Of course, this crystal is but a diamond in the rough, so please send your feedback. What's unclear or unnecessary, and what am I missing? Thanks!
Thanks. i will be using this as reference to topics on my blog....very relevant to the kind of stuff i talk about (UXD in telecoms)