Hexagon’s simulation tools are essential for engineering teams building safe, high-quality physical products. As expectations around speed and scalability increased, the existing desktop tools began to show their age. To address this, the company had explored cloud computing, yet lacked a clear path to translate technical proofs into a scalable, user-ready solution.
I shaped the product vision and led the design strategy, user research, and experience design for Nexus Compute, delivering a cloud-based simulation platform that modernizes Hexagon’s CAE portfolio and positions the business for long-term growth.
Company
Hexagon
Type
Year
2024
Process
Collaborative MVP Definition
I worked with the Nexus Compute product team and desktop app teams to design a solution that would send simulation content from local tools to the cloud for high-performance processing.
Interviewed simulation users and observed workflows
Hosted working sessions with engineering leads to assess technical feasibility
Partnered with PM and tech lead to scope MVP
Identifying Barriers
Post-launch, I noticed the MVP wasn’t gaining expected traction. I led a research study with current and potential customers to uncover friction points and clarify what users truly valued.
Prioritization and Redesign
Based on feedback, we prioritized features that emphasized simulation job execution and collaboration, making it easier to launch and monitor simulations in real-time. These refinements aligned the product more closely with user needs and business goals. The product became easier to adopt, more aligned with how engineers work, and better positioned in the market.
Outcome
Following key improvements, adoption accelerated. Sales grew over 500% in four months, and dozens of new customers entered the pipeline. Nexus Compute is now the foundation for a larger platform strategy that uses cloud technology to drive innovation, collaboration, and long-term revenue growth in Hexagon’s simulation portfolio.
