Incorporating human factors in product design and development.
A malfunctioning device causes problems, as does misuse by users. To reduce the risk of developing malfunctioning or misused products, companies are incorporating Human Factors Engineering (HFE) methods into the product design and development process. By integrating research, HFE and user interface design, companies can identify usage errors and differentiate their products from their competitors. This article describes several ways in which HFE can be used throughout the product development process, and provides some examples of products designed using HFE methods.
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