Presentation
MDD21 - Beyond Regulatory and Traditional HF
SessionPoster Session 1
DescriptionThis poster examines how varied human factors (HF) techniques can be applied individually or in combination to create more resilient, user-centered devices and systems. As systems become increasingly complex, especially in healthcare, the need for effective human factors methods is more pressing than ever. Our approach combines established tools with emerging methods, such as AI-driven usability testing and adaptive interface design, further expanding the HF toolkit.
Human factors play a central role in the design, implementation, and evaluation of systems in healthcare. This poster presents a comprehensive exploration of diverse techniques used within the field to optimize user performance, safety, and satisfaction. We integrate methods including eye tracking, 360-degree cameras, and contextual inquiry. By comparing their applications, strengths, and limitations, we highlight how each technique contributes to identifying system inefficiencies, reducing errors, and improving usability.
This research demonstrates how the integration of multiple human factors techniques can produce more resilient and user-friendly systems. Additionally, we explore emerging trends, such as AI-powered usability testing and adaptive interface design. Attendees will gain insights into selecting appropriate human factors methodologies based on project goals, user profiles, and operational contexts. The work emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, advocating for tailored strategies that address both human capabilities and project demands.
Takeaway points:
• No single technique fits all: selecting the right human factors method depends on project context, user needs, and system complexity.
• Combining techniques often yields deeper insights into device performance and user behaviour.
• Emerging technologies (AI, machine learning) are reshaping how human factors practitioners gather, analyse, and act on user data.
• A multidisciplinary, iterative approach enhances system resilience and promotes a better alignment between user capabilities and device demands.
• Applying human factors methods early and throughout the design process is crucial for reducing errors and ensuring usability.
Human factors play a central role in the design, implementation, and evaluation of systems in healthcare. This poster presents a comprehensive exploration of diverse techniques used within the field to optimize user performance, safety, and satisfaction. We integrate methods including eye tracking, 360-degree cameras, and contextual inquiry. By comparing their applications, strengths, and limitations, we highlight how each technique contributes to identifying system inefficiencies, reducing errors, and improving usability.
This research demonstrates how the integration of multiple human factors techniques can produce more resilient and user-friendly systems. Additionally, we explore emerging trends, such as AI-powered usability testing and adaptive interface design. Attendees will gain insights into selecting appropriate human factors methodologies based on project goals, user profiles, and operational contexts. The work emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, advocating for tailored strategies that address both human capabilities and project demands.
Takeaway points:
• No single technique fits all: selecting the right human factors method depends on project context, user needs, and system complexity.
• Combining techniques often yields deeper insights into device performance and user behaviour.
• Emerging technologies (AI, machine learning) are reshaping how human factors practitioners gather, analyse, and act on user data.
• A multidisciplinary, iterative approach enhances system resilience and promotes a better alignment between user capabilities and device demands.
• Applying human factors methods early and throughout the design process is crucial for reducing errors and ensuring usability.
Event Type
Poster Presentation
TimeMonday, March 314:45pm - 6:15pm EDT
LocationFrontenac Foyer
Digital Health (DH)
Simulation and Education (SE)
Hospital Environments (HE)
Medical and Drug Delivery Devices (MDD)
Patient Safety and Research Initiatives (PS)