Episode 64: Contextual Surveys, AI and the Human Touch in UX Research with Ryan Glasgow
Jan 9, 2024
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Product researcher and founder of Sprig, Ryan Glasgow, discusses the gap he identified in user research and market research tools. He explores the problems with typical surveys and the effectiveness of in-context survey research. Ryan also dives into the role of AI in UX research and the value a human brings as a researcher. He offers concerns and tips for using AI in customer research analysis and emphasizes the power of in-context research in customer research as a founder's perspective.
In-context survey research can provide more effective and valuable insights for product research compared to typical surveys.
AI in UX research allows for faster analysis of open-ended survey responses and has the potential to elevate research data alongside other types of data to inform decision-making.
Deep dives
Ryan Glasgow's Background and the Story of Starting Sprig
Ryan Glasgow, founder of Sprig, discusses his background in design and product management and how his experience led to the creation of Sprig, a tool for in-context research.
The Role of AI in UX Research
Glasgow and the podcast host delve into the role of AI in UX research, including the use of AI tools in Sprig and Aurelius to gather customer feedback and insights.
The Evolving Role of Researchers and Concerns for AI in Customer Research
The conversation touches on how the rise of AI may impact the role of researchers, from automating certain tasks to allowing researchers to focus on higher-level strategic projects. The potential concerns and considerations for the application of AI in customer research are also explored.
The Power of AI in Research Data Analysis and Impact Measurement
The discussion highlights how AI can be leveraged to analyze research data at scale, enabling faster analysis of open-ended survey responses and providing valuable insights to inform decision-making. The potential for AI to help elevate research data alongside other types of data, such as behavioral and revenue data, is also emphasized.
Aurelius Podcast - Episode 64 highlights with Ryan Glasgow:
- The story of Sprig and the gap Ryan identified in user research and market research tools
- Problems and challenges with typical surveys for product research
- Effectiveness and application of in-context survey research
- AI in UX research and the true value a human brings as a researcher
- Concerns and tips for using AI in customer research analysis
- A founders perspective on customer research and the power of in-context research
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