Watchër

Client
Würk

Role
Product Designer

Overview
Würk is an all-in-one Human Resources (HR) platform tailored for the cannabis industry. The platform centralizes Human Capital Management (HCM) operations, automating payroll, compliance, and HR processes. Designed to prioritize usability and people over paperwork, Würk ensures seamless integration with real-time state-specific cannabis regulations in the United States.

As a Product Designer, I crafted a user-friendly web application that enabled businesses to manage payroll and HR alerts effectively. The platform’s core feature involved real-time synchronization of alerts with the constantly evolving legal landscape of cannabis production and consumption across different U.S. states. This ensured users stayed compliant while adapting to the industry’s unique regulatory requirements.

Challenges

  • Complex Regulatory Landscape: Designing a system that could handle diverse and ever-changing cannabis laws across U.S. states.
  • User Needs vs. Compliance: Balancing usability with the technical requirements of compliance-heavy workflows.
  • Industry-Specific Requirements: Adapting HR and payroll management tools for the unique dynamics of the cannabis industry.

Process

  1. Research & Discovery
    • Conducted stakeholder interviews to understand the cannabis industry’s specific HR and payroll challenges.
    • Analyzed state-specific cannabis regulations to map out compliance requirements.
    • Researched user behavior to design workflows that minimize friction while ensuring compliance.
  2. Wireframing & Prototyping
    • Created low-fidelity wireframes to map out the alert management system and user journey.
    • Iterated on high-fidelity prototypes in Sketch, incorporating feedback from stakeholders and end-users.
  3. Development Collaboration
    • Worked closely with developers using the React framework to ensure design feasibility and seamless integration.
    • Utilized Jira for task management and tracking progress.
  4. Testing & Validation
    • Conducted usability testing with real users to refine the interface and workflows.
    • Implemented feedback to optimize the user experience and ensure the accuracy of real-time alerts.

Results

  • Increased Compliance Efficiency: Users were able to manage payroll and HR alerts tailored to state-specific cannabis regulations, reducing non-compliance risks.
  • Improved Usability: The intuitive design minimized learning curves and streamlined HR processes, leading to increased platform adoption.
  • Scalable Solution: The alert system was built to adapt to regulatory updates, ensuring long-term reliability and relevance.