User-Centered Design   Create an experience that is   simple and natural by involving   users in the design process. Steps of the User-Centered Design Process The design process is iterative. Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 as necessary. Step 1: Planning Document business objectives Document design constraints Create user interface design team Determine level of user involvement Determine how usability will be evaluated Step 2: Requirements Conduct user study to determine characteristics of user population Identify and document user tasks Create "vision" prototype to clarify and validate requirements Determine usability goals Step 4: Test Recruit participants Create test scenarios Conduct usability test Document findings and recommendations Update prototype Step 3: Design Create conceptual model Develop design prototype Create interface style guide Create user interface design specification Create usability test plan