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Synopsys, Sunnyvale, California, United States: Synopsys Immersive Blog Experience

Company: Synopsys
Company Description: Synopsys' technology propels innovations like self-driving cars and rapid data communication. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, enabling customers to create advanced products.
Nomination Category: Web Achievement - Specialty
Nomination Sub Category: Achievement in User Experience
2024 Stevie Winner Nomination Title: Synopsys Immersive Blog Experience
  1. Which will you submit for this nomination, an essay of up to 525 words describing the nominated achievement(s), OR a video of up to five (5) minutes in length describing the same? CHOOSE ONE:
    Written essay of up to 525 words
  2. If you are submitting a video of up to five (5) minutes in length, provide the URL of the nominated video here, OR attach it to your entry via the "Add Attachments, Videos, or Links to This Entry" link above, through which you may also upload a copy of your video:

     

  3. Optionally, list the appropriate creative and production credits for the nominated achievement(s) you are nominating, such as the following: Advertising Agency/City: Client: Art Director: Cinematographer: Creative Director: Designer: Director: Illustrator/City: Music Producer/City: Photographer/City: Printer/City: Producer: Production Company/City: Programmer: Writer: Web Development Firm/City:
    Project Lead / UX: Branden FitzPatrick, Manager, Digital Experience
    Project Lead / Web Development: Singaiah Chintalapudi, Sr. Manager, Marketing Technology
    Team Lead: Nadir Syed, Sr. Director, Digital Marketing
    UI/UX Designers:
    • Jennifer Tsai, Sr. UI/UX Designer
    • Rachel Lum, Sr. UI/UX Designer
    Web Development:
    • Backend: Reema Gupta
    • Backend: Shyam Rajendra
    • Frontend: Tiago Delgado
    Digital Production:
    • Juan Varela: Sr. Manager, Digital Production
    • Tim Tran: Digital Production & SEO Lead
    • Antonio Botelho: Digital Production
    • Jason Leong: Digital Experience Manager
    Other:
    • Graphic Design: Taeko Tanaka, Sr. Manager, Graphic Design
    • Writer: Christine Young, Content Marketing & Sr. Writer

    What's most remarkable about this project is that it was accomplished entirely in-house, a testament to the talent and dedication of our Synopsys team. No external UX/UI agencies were involved, and all user studies were conducted internally. This achievement underlines our commitment to excellence and the incredible capabilities of our in-house professionals. We are immensely proud of this accomplishment and the team that made it possible.

  4. If you are providing a written essay of up to 525 words about your nominated web achievement(s), provide it in this space:

    Total 387 words used.

    Synopsys, the Silicon to Software™ partner for innovative companies, leads in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP. As an S&P 500 company renowned for delivering exceptional products to our customers, we are equally committed to providing an outstanding digital user experience. This commitment was the driving force behind our project to transform Synopsys' corporate blogs, focusing on enhancing user interaction and content engagement.

    Project Overview:

    Facing the challenge of managing two CMS platforms, WordPress and Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), we embarked on a strategic decision to migrate and unify our blogs onto AEM. This move aimed at enhancing user experience and content consistency, reducing technical complexity, and achieving financial efficiency. By consolidating our digital presence onto a single platform, we were able to streamline content management, reduce costs, and provide our readers with a seamless, unified experience.

    Design and Implementation:

    The redesign prioritized a user-centric approach, focusing on intuitive navigation and content clarity. Features like scroll progress indicators, unique social sharing options for each blog, and visually optimized thumbnails were introduced to enhance user engagement. A significant emphasis was placed on showcasing the authentic voices of our thought leaders, scientists, and company executives. This approach ensured that our content stood out in an era where generative AI produced content is becoming prevalent.

    Enhanced User Experience and Project Results:

    The transformation of Synopsys blogs wasn't just about technology migration; it was a leap towards an immersive user experience. With engaging and interactive features, we created a platform that not only informs but also connects with our audience. This shift was reflected in our engagement metrics, showing a significant increase in page views and user interaction, and a marked a significant improvement in our SEO rankings.

    Users have praised the ease of navigation, the compelling layout, and the depth of our content. This feedback affirms our blogs as premier destinations for tech insights, underlining the success of our focus on user experience.

    In Conclusion:

    The migration and redesign of the Synopsys blogs epitomize our commitment to delivering exceptional digital experiences. This project stands as a testament to our dedication to not only meet but exceed user expectations in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Our journey doesn’t end here; we continue to innovate and evolve, ensuring that the Synopsys blogs remain at the forefront of digital excellence in user experience.

Attachments/Videos/Links:
Synopsys Immersive Blog Experience
PDF Synopsys_Immersive_Blog_Experience_Supporting_Content_2023_.pdf
URL • Synopsys Blog Central Homepage:
URL • Chip Design Homepage:
URL • Software Security Homepage:
URL • Optical & Photonic Design Homepage:
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/software-security/top-4-software-development-methodologies.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/software-security/byod-workforce-mdm-mam-microsoft-intune.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/photonic-integrated-circuits-multi-die-systems.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/category.cloud.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/category.ai-and-machine-learning.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/authors/stelios-diamantidis.html
URL www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/authors/gordon-cooper.html