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Jeremy Blaze, one of tech's most perceptive design thinkers, suggests that the sleek dashboards that have defined software for a decade are headed for extinction. At a time when most designers are perfecting traditional interfaces, he is already mapping their replacement. Software design has been dominated by the SaaS model— dashboard-heavy, admin-focused applications packed with tables, forms, and validation flows for years.
With AI becoming more sophisticated, this paradigm is about to change. These are theoretical musings and conclusions drawn from his extensive hands-on experience. As the founder of Never Before Seen, a product design agency that has become the secret weapon for ambitious startups, he has architected interfaces for over a dozen vertical SaaS companies.
This extensive exposure has given him a panoramic view of current software design patterns and limitations. His portfolio showcases standout projects, including Ultralight's medtech product and compliance hub, Programa's design workflow tools and Astra's security platform. This specialised approach has positioned him as a key leader in creating tailored software solutions across multiple sectors.
Beyond Dashboards: The Agent Revolution From his extensive work with SaaS interfaces, Blaze identifies a fundamental problem with traditional applications. 'They are expensive to build because every interaction requires a bespoke interface. These custom views and wizards demand significant development resources,' he explains.
'So rather than forcing humans to learn complex logic, next-generation systems invert the relationship, with AI adapting to human communication patterns.' While traditional SaaS interfaces will not disappear overnight, he envisions their evolution into more adaptive, contextual, and conversational systems. Designers will shift from rigid wizards to flexible environments that respond to user needs in real time.
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