What processes do you go through to get the product ready when you have a few days left to launch?

Pinar Engur
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We only have a few days until our launch, and we are working hard to improve our product. What do you believe are the final UX considerations before launching the product?

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Julien Fayad
I usually circle back into the journey a new user will go through to make sure everything is clear. I also take some rest to be ready for the D Day :-)
Liad Frydman
1. QA. 2. Get the team ready to pump it once live. 3. Reach out to my contacts on Linkedin to let them know we will be launching in a few days.
Charlie Mack
Congratulations on your launch! When it comes to last-minute UX considerations, here are some thoughts. First off, remember the devil's in the detail. Small design inconsistencies, confusing navigation, or even typos can taint a users experience. So, a final sweep to make sure everything's in place could be useful. But don't worry too much, perfection is a myth, no product launches completely perfect. It's great to get some fresh eyes on your product if you can. A little pre-launch user testing could offer invaluable insights. However, keep in mind that feedback can be a double-edged sword. It's essential, but don't let it overwhelm you or delay your launch at this stage. Have a think about your onboarding experience. Is it smooth, inviting, and does it clearly communicate the value of your product? A good first impression can make a big difference. But again, remember that onboarding can be refined and improved based on user feedback post-launch. Finally, be ready for the feedback and data that'll come pouring in post-launch. You'll learn more about your users, their behaviour, and their needs once the product has been released. So, consider your post-launch plan for updates and iterations. Launching is just the beginning anyway so don't worry. It's not about getting it all perfect now but about continuous learning and improvement. All the best with your launch!
Katherine Collins
As our product launch approaches, we increase quality assurance testing, finish marketing collateral, brief customer support teams, and synchronize logistic operations to guarantee a smooth launch.
Carol Williams
Last few days are full speed ahead! To ensure everything runs smoothly, we're double-checking our product for last-minute problems, polishing our marketing materials, briefing our support team, and coordinating logistics.
Catherine Griffin
In the last days before launch, we're polishing the product, finishing the marketing, preparing the customer service personnel, and preparing the delivery and logistics.
Marilyn Barnes
We're hustling to do the last quality checks on our product, make the marketing content more exciting, get our customer service team ready with all the product info, and make sure we've got everything sorted before we launch.
Henry Richmond
Run through user journey from any standpoint (eg we are a marketplace, so both sides of it). We are launching quietly, using our focus group- so if any issues arise, it's likely to be caught by them. Try to relax as much as possible!!
Shaur ul Asar
Prioritizing tasks, rigorous testing, and effective communication are key. Best of luck to all teams preparing for their product launches!
Kiri Paulus
When it comes to final UX considerations before launching a product, there are several key areas you should focus on to ensure a positive user experience. Here are some important areas to consider: - User Testing: Conduct thorough user testing to gather feedback and identify any usability issues or pain points. This can involve observing users interacting with your product, collecting their feedback, and making iterative improvements based on their input. - Simplified Onboarding: Ensure that the onboarding process is intuitive and streamlined. Guide users through the initial setup or usage steps with clear instructions and minimal friction. Avoid overwhelming users with unnecessary information or complex steps. Hope that might help :)
Julia Jenkins
In the final days before launch, focus on stress testing the product, finalizing any adjustments, wrapping up documentation, and synchronizing with marketing, sales, and support teams for a seamless rollout.
Renat Abyasov
We only have a couple of weeks left before the launch too. We ensured that everything worked stably, without errors, and quickly.
Jonathan Hernandez
final days before launch we increase quality assurance testing, finish marketing collateral
1. Quality Assurance manual testing of our app 2. Checking landing page and contact from work properly to get great inbound leads