Project Backgrounds

The existing profile website (compro) for FMIPA Universitas Udayana was outdated and no longer effectively represented the faculty. Recognizing the need for improvement, FMIPA's head of public relations requested an overhaul to modernize the site and improve its appeal.

Before

After

Transition to International Student Focus

After completing the landing page redesign, we were informed that the project could not proceed due to university policy. These guidelines required that all faculty websites adhere to a standardized template and use subdomains provided by the university. To adapt, the project was redefined as an international student profile site. This required us to redesign the presentation of information to meet international standards and provide clarity for a global audience.

End of the project

Unfortunately, the project faced another major hurdle when the initiator of the project (FMIPA's head of public relations) was reassigned to another role. The successor did not prioritize this initiative, which led to the cancellation of the project.

Key Takeaways

• Design within institutional ecosystems: When designing products within large institutions, approval from a single department is not always sufficient. Institutions often operate as interconnected ecosystems, where policies and regulations from different units may overlap. To ensure smooth implementation, it is critical to identify all relevant units, understand their policies, and align the project with the broader institutional framework.

• Expect the unexpected: Sometimes you don't come up with solid results, and that's okay. Your output will come from the chain reaction you create within the process. We have proven that design can be a practical tool for provoking ideas and influencing the regulatory push.

Shotout to

This project would not have been possible without the dedication and talent of an amazing team. Thanks to Putu Widyantara (Product Manager) for being the guiding force behind this project. Tude Mahardika (Backend Developer) for managing the server side functions and database integration. Gung Krisna (Frontend Developer) for creating an intuitive interface that makes the platform a pleasure to use. Special mention should be made of the Student Innovation Center (SIC), whose members are expected to take our place and continue existing and new projects after we graduate. This initiative can be an excellent transitional resource to ensure continuity and continued innovation. Finally, a big thank you to everyone who has supported us behind the scenes, providing insights, encouragement and feedback.