Inclusive Voice Control

Enhancing Windows Voice Access for individuals with Tourette Syndrome by refining command recognition and minimizing involuntary activations.

Accessibility

Assistive Technology

Product Management

4 Months

2 UX Designers x 2 Developers

Figma, Miroboard

Context

Dictation software makes it easy to navigate your computer and communicate without typing a single phrase. This flexibility is great if you simply need a break from your keyboard, but it’s especially important for people with language-processing disorders or physical disabilities.

But individuals with Tourette Syndrome struggle with these tools due to mobility challenges and involuntary tics, affecting accurate voice recognition.

What?

Voice Access is an accessibility feature in Windows that enables users to control and navigate their laptops/computers using voice commands, designed specifically to support individuals with mobility impairments, enhancing hands-free interaction and independence.

But why individuals with Tourette Syndrome?

The Problem

How can we improve navigation to help HR's and employees, to curate wellness content seamlessly and track progress efficiently?

Users reported feeling an overall lack of clarity in the process of curating programs and keeping track of their progress on the dashboard page.

Solution

Through preliminary research, we identified several critical pain points that needed attention. To address these, we proposed the following to create a more seamless and intuitive experience across all pages: