Thoughts and Articles from Blend Interactive

Design systems take time to build. The speed, efficiency, and consistency they bring only begin to shine once you’ve developed a solid foundation of reusable components. But as your organization evolves, so do your needs.

Design and Front-End  |  Strategy

When it comes to our children, even the smallest health concern can feel overwhelming. A lingering cough becomes a source of panic. A late-night fever turns into a frantic search for answers. In those moments, clarity and reassurance matter more than ever. But too often, the first point of contact — a hospital’s website — adds more confusion than comfort.

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Development  |  Strategy

Designing a website for a children's hospital is unlike any other UX challenge. It’s not about selling a product or promoting a service; it's about providing care and support in a time of crisis.

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Strategy

It doesn’t matter how fast you move or how much you plan; websites accumulate technical debt.

Development  |  Strategy

Business moves fast, and communication needs to move fast with it. But, while our world values efficiency and speed, we can't rush the work that needs to be done.

Strategy

How a Digital Experience Readiness Roadmap helps organizations align on strategy, technology, team capability, and governance before a major digital initiative.

Content and IA  |  Strategy

How an AI Readiness Assessment helps organizations take stock of AI usage, identify real opportunities, and build a governance framework before problems emerge.

AI  |  Strategy

How web experimentation guidance helps organizations move from random A/B tests to a structured, sustainable testing practice — and build a culture of learning.

Digital Optimization  |  Strategy

Feeling overwhelmed by content migration? No worries. Lead Project Manager Shannan Anderson breaks down the process from start to finish on how to incorporate content planning into your web project. 

Content and IA  |  Migration  |  Project Management  |  Strategy

Your website can often be the first impression of the level of care your healthcare team provides – giving you a chance to welcome a child and their family to your children's hospital long before they set foot in the front door. 

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Development  |  Strategy