
LinkedIn is the world’s leading professional networking platform, approached us with a challenge that arose in response to their global return-to-office (RTO) mandate. Employees were increasingly burdened by fragmented workplace services spread across multiple systems, which impacted productivity and experience working on campus. created unnecessary friction in day-to-day tasks. Together, we designed and developed OLA ("One LinkedIn App") mobile app, transforming how employees navigate and experience their workday on campus.



LinkedIn employees were losing valuable time navigating through fragmented workplace tools and manual processes just to accomplish basic tasks. The lack of integration between systems meant employees had to repeatedly search for resources and navigate complex processes, creating unnecessary friction in their daily work.The inconsistent experience across different workplace systems not only impacted productivity but also hindered employees' ability to work efficiently. Without proactive support or streamlined access to essential services, employees were spending more time managing workplace logistics than focusing on their core responsibilities.


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Our design process began by reimagining the home page as the central hub for the entire workplace experience. Recognizing that employees required instant access to essential services—such as ordering ahead, booking conference rooms, and campus navigation—we moved away from traditional navigation patterns. Instead, we integrated these critical functions as primary entry points on the home screen, ensuring that users could easily access what they needed based on immediate context and priorities.
A breakthrough came with the adoption of a Personal Assistant approach. By leveraging data on user behaviors, preferences, and even campus location, we were able to design an interface that delivered personalized recommendations and proactively surfaced relevant information. This data-driven strategy not only reduced the need for manual searches but also streamlined the overall user experience by tailoring interactions to individual needs.
In parallel with refining the user experience, we developed a distinct brand identity and voice for OLA. The logo, designed with concentric circles and focal points, was intended to visually represent the app’s role in connecting diverse workplace elements into a unified whole. The choice of a vibrant orange background was strategic—ensuring that the app stood out in a crowded digital landscape while reinforcing its energetic and innovative spirit. Each design element was carefully aligned with LinkedIn’s brand ethos, ensuring both consistency and clarity in communication.
User research indicated that OLA helped saved 5,906 hours in saved time since launch, surpassing the initial target by 120%. Engagement metrics further validated our approach, with a 69% week-over-week retention rate and a 74% stickiness rate. Notably, café ordering emerged as the primary driver of engagement, accounting for 29% of daily usage, while menu views contributed 38% of total engagement. These metrics have paved the way for a global rollout, with deployments already in eight locations—including SF, South Bay, Chicago, Omaha, New York, Dublin, Singapore, and Sydney—and plans for expansion to Bangalore.


JANE DOE