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Are You Heading to the Right Moon?

3 April 2026

If your digital transformation north star wasn't defined by evidence, your agile ceremonies and KPI dashboards will simply deliver you efficiently to the wrong destination.

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Synthetic Users and Digital Clones: A UX Researcher’s Honest Take

2 April 2026

AI research tools promise speed – but at what cost to human insight? Are synthetic users and digital clones really the same, and do they truly work for UX research? We cut through the hype to share a clear, practical view: where synthetic methods add genuine value, where human insight remains essential, and how to tell the difference between synthetic users and digital clones in real‑world research. A must‑read for UX professionals, product teams, and researchers navigating AI‑driven testing.

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User Vision Joins the New DOS 7 Framework - Making Public Sector UX Procurement Simpler

1 April 2026

User Vision has secured a place on the Government Commercial Agency (previously CCS) new Digital Outcomes and Specialists 7 (DOS 7) framework - making it faster and simpler than ever for public sector organisations to access specialist user research, accessibility, and user-centred design services.

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Why Your Usability Tests Are Failing: The Hidden Pitfalls That Mislead Teams

25 February 2026

Many teams run usability tests that quietly mislead them—this article exposes the hidden pitfalls in planning, moderation and analysis, and explains how to fix them.

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Understanding Accessibility Drift - And How to Prevent It

12 February 2026

Why accessibility standards erode after audits, and what continuous monitoring can do about it.

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AI can design a screen, but it still can’t feel one!

16 January 2026

This article has been inspired by conversations between Paul Duffy, MD of Zudu, the AI enabler for businesses, and Chris Rourke, Founder and Executive Director of User Vision, and by the learning they each took from each other’s perspectives on how AI can support UX and Design.

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Accessibility Toolkit - Access360 Managed Service

5 January 2026

Continuous WCAG monitoring, expert audits, and capability building to maintain sustainable digital accessibility .

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When Did You Last Update Your Accessibility Statement?

11 December 2025

Your accessibility statement says more about your organisation than you think. Learn why keeping it current matters for trust, compliance, and user experience—and what UK, EU, and US regulations expect.

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Bridging Business Analysis and User Experience: Achieve Outstanding Digital Results

24 November 2025

Discover how aligning Business Analysis and User Experience transforms digital projects - boosting efficiency, user satisfaction, and ROI for organisations seeking exceptional results in today’s competitive market.

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Making Hospitality Welcoming for All: A Digital Accessibility Guide for Hotels

21 November 2025

Hotels have long focused on physical accessibility, but true inclusion extends online. This practical guide explains how to make your hotel website accessible for all guests—meeting global WCAG and EAA standards, expanding your reach, and creating a seamless booking experience for every visitor.

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