Foundance

A bootstrapping tool based on an optimistic smart contract
21 months
ui ux
lean-agile
daos

Business Vision

Increase DAOs contribution through an optimistic smart contracts that automates rewards allocations

Objective

Activate 50 agreements in the first 6 months, as proof of traction

My Role

I worked as solo UI UX designer in a Lean-Agile framework, responsible of user research, product idealization, design system development, definition of solutions , usability testing and data analysis of KPIs

Onboard team members

Case study 1

Problem

Role creation led to frustration among users due to a lack of understanding of the numerous requirements and uncertainty in evaluating metrics, resulting in poor comparability and a frozen team onboarding process, with a high abandonement rate and low engagement.

Task

Create a role

Process

By running usability tests I unveiled user needs and frustrations, collecting insights for a data-driven solution

KPIs

Error Rate

Task Success Rate

Time On Task

Solution

The new model included, from the outset, suggestions for the most common startup roles, in the form of pre-populated and customizable templates. This dramatically reduced processing times, resulting in a more efficient and effective experience. Profile pages were also improved, aligned with role requirements to highlight the most suitable candidates and guide the entire team onboarding process, from role creation to onboarding new members

Learning

Maching Mechanism / Pre-compiled Guidance / DAO HR Process / Onboarding of Contributors On-chain / Agreement Upgrade/ Governance Approval 

Enact an on-chain agreement

Case study 2

Problem

Creating a smart contract is a highly complex process, requiring users to evaluate numerous technical parameters. Users were uncertain and feared the project’s irreversibility, which led them to abandonement and inactivity

Task

Create an agreement

Problem

By conducting usability tests, I observed pain points and thoughts, on which I elaborated  the new solution

KPIs

Error Rate

Task Success Rate

Time On Task

Solution

The new solution offered reduced complexity by presenting 3 different pre-configured agreement templates, based on increasing complexity. The user was now able to choose the agreement that better fits project requirements and personal knowledge, postponing uncessary and specific parameters from the beginning. The pre-configuration of the template also ensured a reference- guidance on parameters, avoiding doubts and misinterpretations

Learning

DAO Smart Contract Requirements and Deviations / Optimistic Agreement Processes and Implications / Agreement Governance and Updates / Dispute Resolution

Achievements

+80
PROJECTS
+1000
USERS
+120
Contracts

Foundance has engaged with entrepreneurs from all over the world, supporting idea development in a remote environment 

The project is still running, while it is refining its revenue model, looking for big investment funding

Mark Findlater_CTO

It is a pleasure to work with Sara. Her deep empathy for users and sense of intuitive flows have significantly enhanced our product. She consistently ensures that every design decision prioritizes user experience, making our product more user-friendly and engaging.

Thank you

for your interest