viewsoft

A Project by a Modern Software Company

About the project

Viewsoft is a modular platform designed to streamline technical drawing workflows through flexible, embeddable tools.

It offers powerful features like Takeoff for precise measurements, Web Viewer for real-time collaboration.

Whether used as standalone tools or integrated into existing platforms, Viewsoft enhances accuracy and productivity.

The Problem

1

Fragmented Tools

Users juggle between disconnected platforms, leading to inconsistent workflows.

2

Manual Takeoffs

Traditional measurement methods are prone to human error and inefficiency.

3

Poor Collaboration

Lack of real-time updates makes team alignment difficult, especially on large projects.

4

Limited Integration

Existing tools are hard to embed or adapt to custom workflows, slowing down operations.

The Goals

1

Modular & Embeddable Tools

Provide flexible components that work standalone.

2

Accurate Measurement Features

Enable users to take quick, precise measurements directly within their drawings.

3

Real-Time Collaboration

Support team feedback and markups in real-time to reduce delays and miscommunication.

4

Simplified Workflow

Design a user-friendly interface that brings clarity and speed to drawing-based tasks.

Design Process

Project Timeline

Empathize & Define

Understanding The User

Empathize

Focused on understanding challenges faced by professionals using technical drawings.

User Pain Points

Users struggle with disjointed workflows, manual processes, and lack of real-time collaboration.

User Needs

They want flexible, seamlessly integrated tools that require minimal technical effort.

Top Priorities

Real-time collaboration, space visualization, and multi-format support are essential.

Pain Points

Tool Switching

Using multiple platforms disrupts workflow and slows down productivity.

Inaccurate Estimates

Manual takeoffs lead to errors and inefficiencies.

No Live Collaboration

Teams can't view or update drawings in real time.

User Persona

John Stone

Age: 25
Occupation: Project Manager
Location: New York, USA Tech Proficiency: Average

“John is a construction project manager who coordinates teams and reviews technical drawings. She values accuracy, efficiency, and seamless collaboration.”

Goals

  • Manage drawing reviews efficiently across teams.
  • Get accurate material estimates quickly.
  • Ensure smooth collaboration between onsite and office teams.

Personality

Introvert

Extrovert

Thinking

Feeling

Influences

  • Users need a tool that simplifies takeoffs with precision and speed.

Preferred Features

  • Wastes time switching between multiple tools.
  • Struggles with version control on shared drawings.
  • Finds manual measurements prone to error.

Empathy Map

We explored how professionals manage technical drawings and uncovered key pain points like tool switching and lack of real-time collaboration. These insights guided our user-focused design approach for Viewsoft.

Says

  • I wish all my tools worked together.
  • We waste too much time on manual measurements.
  • It’s hard to keep everyone on the same page.

Thinks

  • There has to be a faster, more accurate way to do this.
  • I need a solution my whole team can easily use.
  • Real-time updates would make collaboration so much easier.

Feels

  • Frustrated by repetitive, manual tasks.
  • Anxious about errors causing project delays.
  • Overwhelmed managing multiple tools and teams.

Does

  • Uses outdated or siloed software.
  • Sends drawings back and forth via email.
  • Manually calculates measurements from PDFs.

User Flow

Before After

Style Guide

Viewsoft uses clean, readable fonts and a soft, calming color palette to create a positive and stress-free reading experience.

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Poppins

Styles

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Typeface

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High Fidelity Wireframes

Visual Design