Hexagon

Complexity as a starting point

The development of driver assistance systems and autonomous driving functions requires extensive testing under realistic conditions. Physical test drives are time consuming, costly and only scalable to a limited extent.

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Software defined vehicles add further complexity. Sensors, AI models, and operating systems must be integrated, validated, and continuously adapted.

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Hexagon’s Virtual Test Drive (VTD) software provided the technical foundation for this. With the VTDx software relaunch, Hexagon focuses on a considered UX and UI design that specifically accelerates the development and testing of driver assistance systems.

A system outgrows itself

VTD had been successful on the market for years but had lost clarity over time. New features were added, interaction became more complex, and the effort required for training and support increased. With VTDx, Hexagon used this moment for a conscious fresh start, combining technical strength with a user friendly structure developed by UseTree.

Structures in motion

UseTree supported the further development of VTDx with a multi-stage design process that combined analysis, structure, and design.

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• Analyse: Capture usage scenarios and workflows. Evaluate interviews and observations.
• Structure: Develop an information architecture that reflects complex processes and provides orientation.
• Design: Create interaction patterns and visual components that support workflows.
• Systemise: Build a design system that ensures consistency and enables future extensions.
• Advise: Define UX KPIs to make usage and quality measurable over the long term.