Flat vs. Deep Hierarchies in Information Architecture (IA)

Summary: Information can be structured in flat or deep hierarchies, each with their own set of benefits and drawbacks.

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Samhita Tankala worked as a User Experience Specialist with Nielsen Norman Group. Some of her research focused on cognitive psychology and the learning sciences.

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