Strategic, Human-Centered Designer
Unlocking productivity through emotional intelligence.
Research | Inclusive Design | AI Productivity | Executive Function | User Centered AI | Enterprise UX
Project Overview:
Align is an AI-powered, voice-first productivity companion co-designed with neurodiverse users to transform emotional and contextual cues into clear, prioritized workflows helping Individuals with ADHD regain focus and reduce overwhelm. Script
Team
Ananya Harshini
Aakanksha Marulkar
Nirjari Upadhyay
Shreya Bapna
Justin Lee
Intent
To surface moments of cognitive overload through real-time emotional data and deliver voice-driven, AI-curated task guidance that adapts to how neurodiverse brains flow.
Duration
6 Months
Collaboration
Parsons School of Design × Microsoft Inclusive Design Team
Challenge
Support neurodivergent professionals (ADHD) in overcoming productivity paralysis by enhancing executive function capabilities.
Voice-First Productivity.
Anytime, Anywhere.
Talk it out, don't type it in.
Add, edit, or reorganize tasks using voice -
whether you're walking, cooking, or commuting.
Natural Language Input.
Rant, plan your day, or give instructions.
Align understands and organizes it for you.
Seamless Sync.
Every voice command updates instantly
on your Align Dashboard across devices.
Priority in your Pocket.
Let Align re-order your tasks by urgency.
Want to tweak it? Talk to it.
Works with Google Home & Alexa. Your productivity assistant, always within earshot.
How Align AI Supports Human-Centered Productivity
Starts With You
Align learns your mood, focus windows, and working style.
Balances Priorities & Flexibility
Tasks are prioritized based on urgency and your current energy. Deadlines matter but so does your well-being. If you're low-energy, it might swap out heavy work for simpler wins
Adapts in Real Time
Mood dip at 2 PM? Align reorders your schedule. Feeling focused again? It helps you shift gears smoothly.
You're Always in Control
Align offers gentle suggestions not rigid plans. You decide what to accept, skip, or reschedule
We're committed to continuously evolving Align, introducing features designed to elevate collaboration and productivity at every scale.
