Information architecture (IA) is a discipline dedicated to organizing information to facilitate easy discovery, comprehension, and utilization for task completion. It encompasses 4 essential systems: organization, labeling, search, and navigation.

Organization systems focus on categorizing and structuring information, labeling systems involve representing information through text or visual labels, search systems determine how users locate information, and navigation systems dictate how users traverse through the system.

Establishing a robust foundation in IA is crucial for developing a valuable and enjoyable product. UX designers play a pivotal role in achieving this by effectively organizing content while balancing the business requirements and needs of the target audience.