As the strategic design partner, we supported the project from the initial idea through to launch. At the heart of it all was a future lifesaver: the nivia 3D Finder.
Our core question was: How do we make highly complex, three-dimensional radio technology error-free and operable without looking, even in high-stress situations?
Our task was to translate the values of speed, simplicity, and technological leadership into form and brand in such a way that they are immediately apparent at every touchpoint. We didn’t want to design a mere tech gadget, but rather an intuitive, trustworthy companion.
We started by listening and observing: during training sessions in the snow, with real first responders. This resulted not only in a product brief—it laid the foundation for every design decision that followed.
Hardware design and the app interface were developed in parallel, not one after the other. Brand strategy and product design went hand in hand from the very beginning. This isn’t just a procedural detail—it’s the reason why everything fits together in the end.
For a safety product, trust isn’t an emotion—it’s a design challenge. Every element of the nivia experience contributes to this:
The nivia 3D Finder is stripped down to the essentials: readable at a glance, operable while wearing gloves, and easy to use without any learning curve. The three-arrow brand symbol immediately highlights the advantage of 3D search. The color code works even in the snow.
The packaging doubles as a transport case, and the bundle box as a touring bag—functional materials instead of waste. The app assists with tour planning right from the start, providing weather data and risk warnings. Tutorials and social media content explain the technology in a way that makes it tangible.
This 360° experience isn’t just a design statement. It’s a message to the outside world: You can trust a company that thinks this consistently.
At the launch, partners, retailers, and the press tested the nivia 3D Finder directly in the snow. The results showed significantly reduced search times—measurable proof of what happens when technology and design are jointly focused on people.
Bringing more safety to the mountains. A company that applies its expertise where it saves lives.
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