Banking Ecosystem Redesign

project overview

Open a Bank Account

Aligning user jobs and value to build a seamless banking onboarding service.

Banking ecosystem redesign

Job Scoping & Value Quotient

Job ScopingValue QuotientChase vs. Bank of America
Illustration of a bank building, calculator, wallet, money bag and a checked receipt

01 / project context

A Smoother Way to Open an Account

In our team project, we are developing a user journey map to design an optimized banking service that simplifies the account opening process. By integrating job scoping and value quotient methods, we seek to align the service with users' expectations and needs.

Our approach focuses on identifying critical user touchpoints and understanding the value they derive at each stage, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience from start to finish.

CourseSERV-727 Visualizing Service
My RoleUX Researcher
TeamElaine Zeng, Hailin Chen, Hardik Kumawat
Why job scoping?

Focus on the right problem

The results of a job scoping analysis for initiating a bank account with Chase and Bank of America elucidate project aims, limitations, and restrictions, guaranteeing a concentrated strategy to fulfill user requirements and stakeholder objectives.

Why plot a value quotient?

Compare worth, not just features

A value quotient assessment assesses the relative worth of the offerings provided by both banks in comparison to an optimal solution, with the objective of improving the alignment of value with the expectations of customers and providers. This process facilitates well-informed decisions for both parties.

02 / job scoping

Job Scoping

Job scoping in service design sets clear project objectives, boundaries, and constraints, ensuring a focused approach to meet user needs and stakeholder goals.

It guides the design process by defining what needs to be achieved and who is involved.

Higher purposes

Higher purpose 1

Financial Conservation

Higher purpose 2

Time Management

Higher purpose 3

Resource Optimization

Main job to be done

Main jobOpen a Bank Account for Daily Transaction

Eight job steps, and what users expect from each

01

Define

Job step

Assess financial situation and account needs.

Outcome expectation

Choose a suitable account service.

02

Locate

Job step

Seek recommendations from bank staff, family, or friends.

Outcome expectation

Identify a trustworthy bank for your financial needs.

03

Prepare

Job step

Gather necessary documents and schedule an appointment or visit a bank branch.

Outcome expectation

Ensure readiness for swift account opening.

04

Confirm

Job step

Verify required steps and documents with bank staff; understand terms and conditions.

Outcome expectation

Verify understanding of the account opening process and terms.

05

Execute

Job step

Complete account opening procedures at the bank; submit required documents.

Outcome expectation

Successfully open and utilize the account and its services.

06

Monitor

Job step

Regularly review account activity, such as balances and transactions.

Outcome expectation

Promptly address any account irregularities or issues.

07

Modify

Job step

Contact the bank to adjust account type if personal circumstances change.

Outcome expectation

Adjust account features to match changing needs.

08

Conclude

Job step

Close the account, transfer to another bank, or continue regular banking activities.

Outcome expectation

Close the account or continue regular banking activities.

03 / value quotient

Value Quotient

Assessing the comparative value of Chase and Bank of America's offerings against an ideal solution that fulfills all customer needs and avoids drawbacks.

Bank of America logo
Chase logo

Banks compared

Ideal innovationChase solutionBOA solution
HighLowClarity ofRegistrationInformationPersonalizedAccountRecommendationEasy toCustomizePersonalProfileReal-TimeProcessUpdatingTransparentReviewPlatformUnclearProcessesRedundantDocumentsInconveniencein closingaccount orchanging theservice

04 / the full poster

The Original Project Poster

The complete Job Scoping and Value Quotient poster, as presented.

Open a Bank Account: Job Scoping and Value Quotient project poster