Citec

Business Associations
Quito, Ecuador
CITEC business community website
Industry
Technology
Year
2022
Services
UX/UI, Website Redesign, Information Architecture & Content Strategy, Visual Design System & Responsive Web Development · UX/UI + Custom Development

Project Context

CITEC (Ecuadorian Chamber of Innovation and Technology) connects companies, entrepreneurs, and institutions within Ecuador’s tech ecosystem. The project focused on redesigning its website to better represent innovation, strengthen partnerships, and expand its digital presence.

Objective

To create a modern, accessible platform that clearly communicates CITEC’s mission, member benefits, and initiatives while enhancing visibility across local and international audiences.

Problem

The previous website lacked organization, consistency, and engagement. It failed to reflect CITEC’s innovative identity or provide clear information for companies, startups, and stakeholders.

Solution

A full redesign with a professional, tech-driven aesthetic, reorganized content structure, and sections dedicated to members, events, and international collaborations, improving navigation and accessibility.

Testimonials

Gisela Montalvo, executive director of CITEC
Five-star rating

"CITEC's new website has transformed our connection with Ecuador's digital ecosystem. Now, with a modern and intuitive platform, CITEC strengthens its role as the voice of the tech sector, fostering collaboration and technological growth in the country."

Gisela Montalvo of CITEC
Gisela Montalvo
Executive Director / Head of Communications
Five-star rating

"CITEC's new website has transformed our connection with Ecuador's digital ecosystem. Now, with a modern and intuitive platform, CITEC strengthens its role as the voice of the tech sector, fostering collaboration and technological growth in the country."

Gisela Montalvo of CITEC
Gisela Montalvo
Executive Director / Head of Communications

Design & Development Process

Research & Analysis

Briefing

Competitors Analysis

UX Analysis

Definition of User Persona

Wireframing & Testing

Userflow & Sitemap

Lo-Fi & Hi-Fi Wireframes

Clickable Prototype

Usability Testing

High Fidelity & Hand-Off

Branding

UI & UI-Kit

Responsive Design

High Fidelity Prototype

Usability Testing

Hand-off to Development

Development & Launch

CMS implementation (WordPress-Elementor / Shopify / Webflow)

CMS Configuration

Responsive Optimization

SEO Improvements (optimized content & images)

Final Testing & QA

Final Project Deployment

Design Process

Research & Analysis

Briefing

Competitors Analysis

UX Analysis

Definition of User Persona

Wireframing & Testing

Userflow & Sitemap

Lo-Fi & Hi-Fi Wireframes

Clickable Prototype

Usability Testing

High Fidelity & Hand-Off

Branding

UI & UI-Kit

Responsive Design

High Fidelity Prototype

Usability Testing

Hand-off to Development

Color Palette

Typography

Brand Identity

User Persona

Age:
Location:
Marital Status:
Role:

Current Situation

Motivations

Frustrations

Goals & Objectives

Logo

Before
After

Lo-Fi Wireframes

Previous Design

The Revamped Experience

The redesign features a modern and professional visual style with gradient tones, clean layouts, and dynamic illustrations. It reflects innovation and connectivity, visually linking the different sectors of Ecuador’s tech ecosystem — companies, government, academia, and startups.

Key Features & 
Improvements Implemented

Designer sketching mobile wireframes with color swatches

Creating an Intuitive and Efficient Digital Experience

User Flows

Visual Design

Conclusion

The new CITEC website has strengthened the organization’s presence within Ecuador’s innovation landscape, fostering new collaborations and positioning CITEC as a leading voice for technology and entrepreneurship in the country.