Information Architecture Classification Schemes: Deciding When To Use Them

In this article on the Ux Booth blog, Donna Spencer outlines a number of different classification schemes that are commonly encountered in Information Architecture (IA) designs when used for content delivery:

“When you do information architecture work you’ll realize that most sets of content can be organized in more than one way. One of the challenges for an IA project is figuring out what way works best for your audience, your content and your project’s goals.” [Read More]

The schemes discussed include:

• Alphabetic
• Geography
• Format
• Organisational Structure
• Task
• Audience
• Subject/Topic

Donna also makes the valid point that schemes can often be combined together to derive the most suitable representation.  [Read More]

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