Glossary

User experience (UX)

User experience (UX) is the overall quality of a person’s interaction with a product, service or digital environment. It covers how something looks, feels and works – the clarity, accessibility and emotional response it creates for the user.

Description

Good UX makes technology invisible. It ensures that every touchpoint – from navigation and design to language and functionality – feels intuitive and effortless.

UX design draws on psychology, Content Strategy, Information architecture and usability testing to meet user needs and business goals simultaneously. It’s not just about visual design; it’s about flow, feedback and the satisfaction users feel when they achieve their objective easily. In global contexts, UX also depends on Localization (L10n) and Accessibility. Layouts must accommodate different scripts and reading directions; content must reflect cultural norms; and experiences must be inclusive for users with varying abilities. The result is digital content that feels familiar everywhere yet remains true to the brand.

Example use cases

  • Websites: Design intuitive navigation and content architecture that scales globally.
  • Apps: Optimize interfaces for different devices, languages and accessibility needs.
  • Content: Structure information so it’s discoverable, reusable and relevant to each audience.
  • Training: Create engaging, inclusive learning journeys with clear user flows.
  • Experience: Extend UX principles across digital touchpoints for consistent satisfaction.

Key benefits

Clarity
Makes complex information simple to understand and act on.
Engagement
Builds positive emotion and loyalty through ease of use.
Efficiency
Saves users time and reduces friction in digital journeys.
Inclusivity
Ensures accessibility and cultural alignment across regions.
Inclusivity
Delivers unified brand experiences on every channel.

RWS perspective

At RWS, UX is the link between Intelligent content and human connection. Our Tridion content management platform helps organizations design, manage and deliver experiences that feel personal – at scale.

By combining Structured content, AI-driven Personalization and localization expertise, Tridion enables content that adapts dynamically to each user’s language, device and context. It ensures that information is accurate, accessible and meaningful – wherever it appears. Our Human + Technology approach brings together UX strategists, linguists and developers to build digital ecosystems that work for everyone. For RWS, great UX is not just how something looks – it’s how it helps people understand, decide and act.