December 26th, 2008
CfDR were asked to work with the in-house development team of a market leading software company to develop a new product. The new software being developed would provide a single solution for managing an integrated protein analysis ‘proteomics’ workflow (currently conducted in distinct stages and using different machines and software) to analyze samples within a laboratory. To meet the ambitious schedule, the company’s project leader employed the SCRUM agile development process to take account of a highly emergent set of requirements. Due to the tight deadlines as well as trying to respond to the agile method, CfDR decided to present wireframe designs that illustrates 3 different design and structure concepts. This enabled the client to decide on a direction in only a matter of days of CfDR being briefed. The final solution was implemented and demonstrated at the Human Proteome Organization (HUPO) 2005 Annual World Congress.
Tags: 2005, cfdr, interface, screen
December 26th, 2008
Aimhigher Tyne and Wear commissioned The Centre for Design Research to create an interactive DVD-ROM to challenge perceptions about Apprenticeships by showcasing successful case studies, identifi ed by research company Ecotec in their recent review of Apprenticeship provision in the region. The DVD-ROM was designed to appeal to young people aged 14–19 who are currently studying or interested in the Apprenticeship route; as well as providing supporting information and resources for teachers, trainers and personal advisers who would be delivering the resource to young people throughout Tyne and Wear. Intro sequences were created using brief but enticing clips of the main films, highlighting from the outset the compelling offer of rich media content — an extremely effective method of engaging with media-savvy youth audiences. As a DVD-ROM cannot be easily updated and details of Apprenticeship opportunities change on a regular basis, an accompanying website was developed.
Tags: 2007, dvd, interactive, promotional, screen
December 26th, 2008
The brief was to develop and produce a new interactive CD-ROM for Northumbria University, which provides an updated information aid for potential students nationally and overseas. The CD-ROM uses a two-window interface to guide the user through university life and experience by following six student guides. When the guides mentioned points of interest, corresponding links will appear in the next window and users are able to select to view more information about it.
Tags: 2004, cd-rom, cfdr, interactive, promotional, screen
December 26th, 2008
This was a CD-ROM-based learning package that introduces Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) techniques to NHS primary-care staff using a combination of observation, role-play and interactive on-screen exercises. The interface guides first-time users through sixteen progressive sections, whilst allowing familiar users to dip in and out to refresh specific preferred techniques. Its main audiences are mental health professionals and was designed to enable these individuals to access the learning materials in their work environment. Each section is printable and a folder is provided for filling.
Tags: 2003, cd-rom, cfdr, interactive, learning, screen
December 26th, 2008
This was a corporate presentation created to run in the visitor reception area, to illustrate the philosophy and strengths of Pfizer’s pharmaceutical manufacturing capability in the north of England. A number of overlapping narratives run in succession, presenting aspects of the organisation from Human-Resources Management to the site’s value as a strategic manufacturing base for Europe. Videos, still images, digital animation and text are used to deliver and reinforce these messages.
Tags: 2003, corporate, presentation, screen
