Enhancing Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for General Motors
Enhancing Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for General Motors
OVERVIEW
- General Motors (GM), a renowned global automotive leader, sought to optimize their Human Machine Interface (HMI) design and development processes for in-vehicle infotainment systems.
- People Tech Group provided GM with services such as Digital Transformation Strategy and Implementation, as well as Application Design and Development.
- The project's objectives were multifaceted, including addressing challenges such as unstructured infotainment UI definition, absence of early correction mechanisms like prototypes, and a lack of efficient test result preparation.
SOLUTION PROVIDED BY PEOPLE TECH GROUP
People Tech Group’s strategic approach to resolving these challenges involved a series of comprehensive steps:
- Graphic Design Redefinition: We transformed the graphic design process by structuring graphics files using industry-standard software tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, ensuring a more efficient and effective design workflow.
- Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA): We restructured the HMI definitions into machine-understandable metadata formats, enhancing the clarity and precision of design specifications.
- Prototyping for UI and Functionality: The introduction of prototypes for both UI and functionality allowed for early validation and iteration, minimizing potential errors, and maximizing user experience.
- Execution via Outsourcing: The project was executed through an outsourced model, leveraging specialized expertise and cost-effective resources.
BENEFITS
The adoption of our solutions yielded several substantial benefits for General Motors:
- Cost-Effective Product Engineering: . Our streamlined processes and efficient design methodologies resulted in significant cost savings in the product engineering phase.
- Early Correction in Product Engineering: By introducing prototypes and refining design specifications, we facilitated early issue identification and resolution, ultimately enhancing product quality.
- Savings in Support Costs: The successful phase-out of various legacy systems led to substantial savings in ongoing support costs.
