Hyderabad, 28th February, 2025: After the resounding success of
IGNITE 2025, India’s first-ever user research conference, User Connect
Consultancy (UCC) is set to expand its mission of building a thriving user
research community across the country. The two-day conference held at T-Hub,
Hyderabad, brought together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to
explore the transformative role of user research in shaping products, services,
and governance.
One of the key
takeaways from IGNITE was the growing need for practical, hands-on user
research training. The workshops held at the conference—covering themes such as
The Art & Science of UX, Mastering the Art of Decoding Users, and User
Research for Product Success—provided attendees with valuable, actionable
insights. It highlighted the existing gap in user research education and the
need for continued learning opportunities.
Based on this demand,
UCC is proud to announce the launch of UCC Workshops, a series of hands-on
training sessions aimed at empowering professionals and start-up founders with
the skills to conduct effective user research. The workshop series will tour
cities across India, starting with Mumbai next month, followed by Bangalore,
Delhi, Jaipur, Indore, and more.
In addition to the workshops, UCC has begun collaborating with universities to
integrate user research education in their curriculum. The initiative aims to
develop a comprehensive curriculum that equips design students with the
theoretical knowledge and practical tools required to apply user research methodologies
effectively in their work.
Shipra Bhutada, Founder of UCC & IGNITE, shared: "IGNITE was not
just an event—it was the beginning of a movement to make user research a core
part of product development, business strategy, and policymaking in India. With
UCC Workshops and our collaborations with academic institutions, we are
building the foundation for a stronger user research ecosystem that empowers
the next generation of designers and innovators."
IGNITE will continue
to engage with the community through regular workshops, online discussions, and
events, with the second edition of the conference set to return next year. As
the momentum grows, UCC remains committed to making user research a driving
force for meaningful innovation and impact across sectors.