The ITU DataHub project aimed to create a platform showcasing the International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) extensive datasets and research. As the UN’s oldest specialized agency, ITU plays a key role in monitoring global digital transformation.
I joined early, helping map the structure of the previous platform and participating in client workshops and user interviews to identify project requirements.
My main contribution came during the design phase, where I helped define the visual identity of the ITU DataHub. This involved ensuring alignment with ITU’s brand guidelines while introducing a fresh look. I created accessible color palettes for data visualization, custom designs for data cards and charts, and templates for displaying various indicators.
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Each economy—whether a country, region, or group—has its own dedicated dashboard page, providing users with a curated selection of key indicators. These metrics can be explored in greater detail on individual pages, where users can analyse and compare data across various dimensions, such as location, age, and gender, over time.
The entire website was designed to be fully navigable across all devices, ensuring a seamless experience from mobile to desktop.
The foundation of each economy dashboard consists of a set of template data cards, carefully crafted to present both qualitative and quantitative indicators in a visually compelling way. This approach ensures an optimised, engaging overview of each dataset.
In addition to the standard indicators, four custom dashboards highlight specific datasets. One example is the ICT Development Index, which displays an economy's performance across various parameters.
The ITU DataHub's color palette includes a specialized set for data visualization. Comprising six carefully selected hues, it guarantees accessibility—ensuring adequate contrast and color blindness compatibility—while maintaining a visually appealing design.
