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Jan 30, 2025

The ROI of UX design: Myth or reality?

In the world of digital marketing, ROI (Return on Investment) is king. We all want to see numbers that tell us we are wisely investing our money. But what about UX design? Is it just a passing trend or a powerful tool that can drive your business?

Today I'm going to tell you the story of Ana, an entrepreneur who, like many, had her doubts about UX design. But hold on tight, because her story is going to surprise you.

Ana's Story: From Frustration to Success

Ana had an online clothing store. At first, she was excited, but sales just wouldn’t take off. Customers seemed lost on her website, and the shopping cart was like a maze.

One day, Ana met Sofía, a UX designer with a contagious smile and a passion for making things easy to use. Sofía explained to Ana how UX design could help her understand her customers, improve the navigation of her website, and increase sales.

At first, Ana was skeptical. She thought UX design was only for big companies with huge budgets. But Sofía showed her case studies of small businesses that had seen a significant increase in sales thanks to UX design.

The Transformation of Ana's Store

Ana decided to give UX design a chance. Sofía and her team set to work, researching Ana's customers, redesigning the website navigation, and optimizing the checkout process.

The result? A 30% increase in sales in just three months! Customers were happy to find what they were looking for, and the shopping cart was no longer intimidating. Ana was delighted, and now she is an advocate for UX design.

Data Supporting the Power of UX Design

Ana's story is not an isolated case. There are many studies that show UX design can generate a positive ROI. For example:

  • A Forrester study found that for every dollar invested in UX design, companies see a return of 100 dollars. Crazy! Source: Link

  • Another study by Nielsen Norman Group revealed that a well-executed UX design can increase conversion rates by up to 400%. Almost magic! Source: Link


UX Design: An Investment, Not an Expense

As you’ve seen, UX design is not a myth; it’s a reality. It’s not just a passing trend; it’s a powerful tool that can help you understand your customers, improve your website, and increase your sales.

So, if you are like Ana and have doubts about UX design, I invite you to try it. You won’t regret it. And if you are already a fan of UX design, share this article with your friends and show them that UX design is the key to success!

Néstor Harnández

Certified Graphic Designer
specializing in design systems and user research

© 2025 – By Néstor UX-UI

Néstor Harnández

Certified Graphic Designer
specializing in design systems and user research

© 2025 – By Néstor UX-UI

Néstor Harnández

Certified Graphic Designer
specializing in design systems and user research

© 2025 – By Néstor UX-UI