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Choices, choices, choices! There are too many of them these days. When it comes to design and human factors, that can be a bad thing. The Hick-Hyman Law illustrates that having more choices increases the time it takes for people to make a decision, highlighting the importance of simplifying options to reduce decision-making complexity, cognitive strain and mental fatigue. In medical device design, minimizing the number of choices users are presented with can be a powerful way to design safer systems. Our latest blog describes the Hick-Hyman law and why it matters in human factors. We hope you like it! https://lnkd.in/gCuTjkG9

Happy HFES - Human Factors and Ergonomics Society #ASPIRE24 Week! In addition to attending the conference this year Research Collective is pleased to be a sponsor at this years Product Development Technical Group / Health Care Technical Group networking event. As in years past, event attendees will receive a free drink ticket and?there will be a generous amount of complimentary food. Attendees will also?be entered into a raffle for?a variety of?door prizes!?We can't wait to connect with you!

Monday kicks off the HFES - Human Factors and Ergonomics Society ASPIRE Conference! Come meet our team, say hi, and pick up some fun stickers and goodies at Table #8! #HFES #HumanFactors #ASPIRE24

We’re thrilled to unveil an organized list of seven years of RC blogs, designed to make navigating our wealth of knowledge easier than ever! Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the basics of human factors, exploring advanced research methods, or trying to understand the latest from the FDA, we’ve got you covered. Our updated categories include: -Basics of HF / UX -Universal Principles of Design -Applied HF and UX Research -How To: Conducting HF Research -How To: Writing Usability Research Reports -Statistics and Advanced Research Methods -Regulatory Guidance -Interviews -Professional Development -Research Collective’s Services Explore our blog and discover valuable insights, practical advice, and a touch of fun! Dive in now and elevate your understanding of human factors engineering with us. https://lnkd.in/gQchAUtY

We are so excited to be attending the HFES - Human Factors and Ergonomics Society ASPIRE Conference this year and are thrilled to share that our President, Russ Branaghan will be speaking at the Insights in Practice: Success Stories of Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics Panel. Mark your calendars for September 11, 2024 at 11:15 AM (MST). This is a conversation you will not want to miss! #HFES #ASPIRE24

There's just one week left for you to register for the HFES - Human Factors and Ergonomics Society ASPIRE Conference at a discounted rate. Regular registration ends on August 30, so if you've been waiting, now is the time to act! ? Our very own Anders Orn is on the host committee and would be happy to answer any questions about the conference! Look for host committee members at their table or on the conference floor! #HFES #ASPIRE24

In our ongoing series on Universal Principles of Design, we have thoughtfully examined the concept of the Five Hat Racks. We hope this exploration provides valuable insights for medical device designers looking to improve the clarity and usability of their instructions for use. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/eYP-YvHu

Fitts's Law is all around us in design. It explains why the brake pedal is larger than the accelerator pedal, why keyboard keys get bigger on the outer edges of the keyboard, and why exit window buttons are often located in the corner of the screen. Our latest blog on design principles explains Fitts's Law, gives multiple examples, and offers simple guidelines for a more usable design. Give it a read and enjoy! https://lnkd.in/gevBWKaF

One of the most important design principles that medical device manufacturers must embrace is signal-to-noise ratio. The “signal” represents the critical information or functionality that needs to be conveyed to the user, while the “noise” includes any extraneous information or distractions that could obscure or detract from the signal. While easier said than done, designers should strive for the highest signal-to-noise ratio possible. To learn more about signal-to-noise ratio, why it's important, and how to consider it in your design, check out our latest blog by Anders Orn. https://lnkd.in/gVvNCEUS

We're excited to share our latest blog post, which reviews the FDA's newest draft guidance "Purpose and Content of Use-Related Risk Analyses for Drugs, Biological Products, and Combination Products." This guidance document offers valuable insights on conducting a use-related risk analysis (URRA) and how it can help determine human factors (HF) data needs during product development and support a marketing application. We hope you find this information helpful in navigating combination product development and the regulatory landscape! https://lnkd.in/gCUfKKEM