L.A.L.A. Case Study
The goal of this UX project is to improve the user experience and boost conversions for a hat brand’s e-commerce website. Using Google Analytics, we identify user behaviors, pain points, and opportunities for optimization, then develop a Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) plan to address these findings.
Case Study
Step 1: Define Objectives
Primary Goal: Increase the conversion rate (purchases) by 20%.
Secondary Goals:
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Reduce cart abandonment rates.
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Improve website navigation and product discovery.
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Boost average session duration and engagement.
Step 2: Data Analysis with Google Analytics
We analyzed the following key metrics:
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Conversion Funnel:
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Identified drop-offs in the funnel (e.g., product pages, cart, checkout).
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Example Insight: 40% of users abandon the site on the checkout page due to unclear shipping costs.
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Behavior Flow:
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Tracked user paths across the site to identify points of friction.
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Example Insight: Users often bounce after browsing the "Best Sellers" section.
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Audience Data:
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Demographics and device usage revealed a high percentage of mobile users.
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Example Insight: The mobile experience has a 15% lower conversion rate than desktop.
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Site Speed Report:
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Uncovered slow-loading pages, particularly on mobile.
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Example Insight: The product pages take 4.2 seconds to load, above the recommended 3 seconds.
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Step 3: Develop a CRO Plan
1. Optimize Checkout Process
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Simplify the checkout form by removing unnecessary fields.
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Clearly display shipping costs upfront.
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Add multiple payment options for convenience.
2. Enhance Mobile Experience
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Implement a responsive design to improve usability across devices.
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Optimize image sizes to reduce loading times.
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Introduce sticky navigation bars for easier browsing on mobile.
3. Improve Product Discovery
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Redesign the "Best Sellers" section to include filters and recommendations.
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Add a search bar with auto-suggestions and popular queries.
4. Use A/B Testing
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Test variations of the "Add to Cart" button (e.g., color, size, and placement).
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Experiment with different homepage layouts, focusing on promotions and featured collections.
5. Add User Trust Signals
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Include customer reviews and ratings on product pages.
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Highlight secure payment badges and a satisfaction guarantee.
Step 4: Monitor Results with Google Analytics
Track the impact of each change using specific KPIs:
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Conversion Rate: Monitor improvements post-implementation.
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Cart Abandonment Rate: Assess changes after optimizing checkout.
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Mobile Bounce Rate: Measure the effectiveness of mobile updates.
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Time on Site: Evaluate engagement enhancements from redesigned sections.
Outcome
After implementing the CRO plan:
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Conversion rate increased by 25%.
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Cart abandonment rate dropped by 18%.
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Mobile conversion rate improved by 30%.
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Average session duration increased by 15%.
This case study demonstrates how combining UX principles, Google Analytics insights, and a structured CRO plan can significantly enhance the user experience and achieve measurable business goals.
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