UX/UI Design for Complex Systems
Reduce employee training time and user error rates by turning complex data workflows into intuitive, linear experiences.
Workflow Stress Test
We audit your current user journey to find exactly where users get stuck, frustrated, or forced to use a workaround (like a sticky note).
Information Architecture (IA)
We restructure your data hierarchy. Critical information surfaces immediately; complex filters live in the background until needed.
Atomic Design System
We build a library of reusable components—buttons, inputs, tables—ensuring your interface remains consistent as you scale from MVP to Enterprise.
Clarity in the Chaos
Designing a brochure website is one thing. Designing the cockpit of a logistics platform or a fintech dashboard is something else entirely.
At Analog Elk, we specialize in the heavy lifting. We take complex, data-rich requirements and translate them into clean, intuitive interfaces. We build tools that people use to do their jobs. Our goal isn't just to make the software look good; it is to lower the cognitive load for the user, making difficult tasks feel simple and routine.
The Power of Reduction
When dealing with massive datasets or intricate workflows, the natural instinct is to show everything at once. That is a mistake.
We practice the art of reduction. We prioritize information based on what the user needs right now. We use progressive disclosure to hide complexity until it is needed. We ensure that a power user has access to every filter and function they need, without overwhelming a new user who is logging in for the first time.
Our Expertise
SaaS Product Design We design scalable software platforms from the ground up. We handle multi-user environments, permission sets, and complicated onboarding flows. We ensure your product is ready to grow from MVP to enterprise scale without breaking the user experience.
Data Visualization & Dashboards Data is useless if you can't read it. We turn spreadsheets into stories. We design dashboards that allow users to spot trends, anomalies, and status updates at a glance. We choose the right charts and layout hierarchies to make the data actionable.
Enterprise Tooling Internal tools are often neglected, leading to employee burnout and error. We apply consumer-grade design principles to B2B software. Just because it is "enterprise" doesn't mean it has to look like it was built in 1999.
Legacy Modernization You have a powerful system, but the interface is two decades old. We execute UI Modernization. We apply a modern UI layer over your existing infrastructure, improving usability and aesthetics without necessarily rewriting the entire backend.
How We Build
1. Immersion & Research We don't guess how your users work. We ask them. We interview stakeholders and shadow users to understand their actual workflows. We find out where they are using sticky notes to bypass the system.
2. Information Architecture (IA) We organize the mess. We map out the sitemap and user flows to ensure that navigation is logical. We make sure that "Settings" is where you expect it to be and that critical actions are never more than two clicks away.
3. Atomic Design Systems Complex systems need consistency. We build a library of reusable components—buttons, form fields, toggles, and tables. This ensures that every screen looks like it belongs to the same family and makes future development significantly faster.
4. High-Fidelity Prototyping We build it before you code it. We create clickable prototypes that simulate the real application. This allows us to test the logic and flow with real users, catching usability issues while they are still cheap to fix.
Make the Complicated Feel Simple
Your backend might be complex, but your frontend should be effortless. Let’s build software that your users actually enjoy using.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with legacy database structures?
Yes. We specialize in "UI Modernization"—applying a modern, intuitive frontend layer over older backend infrastructure without requiring a full database rewrite.
What do we get at hand-off?
You receive a complete Figma file with a defined design system, developer-ready CSS/variables, and interaction prototypes to guide your engineering team.
Ready to get started?
Let's discuss how we can help you achieve your goals.