Enhancing Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for General Motors

OVERVIEW

General Motors (GM), a renowned global automotive leader, sought to optimize their Human Machine Interface (HMI) design and development processes for in-vehicle infotainment systems.
People Tech Group provided GM with services such as Digital Transformation Strategy and Implementation, as well as Application Design and Development.
The project's objectives were multifaceted, including addressing challenges such as unstructured infotainment UI definition, absence of early correction mechanisms like prototypes, and a lack of efficient test result preparation.

People Tech Group’s strategic approach to resolving these challenges involved a series of comprehensive steps:

Graphic Design Redefinition: We transformed the graphic design process by structuring graphics files using industry-standard software tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, ensuring a more efficient and effective design workflow.
Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA): We restructured the HMI definitions into machine-understandable metadata formats, enhancing the clarity and precision of design specifications.
Prototyping for UI and Functionality: The introduction of prototypes for both UI and functionality allowed for early validation and iteration, minimizing potential errors, and maximizing user experience.
Execution via Outsourcing: The project was executed through an outsourced model, leveraging specialized expertise and cost-effective resources.

The adoption of our solutions yielded several substantial benefits for General Motors:

Cost-Effective Product Engineering: . Our streamlined processes and efficient design methodologies resulted in significant cost savings in the product engineering phase.
Early Correction in Product Engineering: By introducing prototypes and refining design specifications, we facilitated early issue identification and resolution, ultimately enhancing product quality.
Savings in Support Costs: The successful phase-out of various legacy systems led to substantial savings in ongoing support costs.