Understanding
the Situation
I
have the knowledge to utilize
research tools in
order to thoroughly understand
how different aspects such
as human factors, manufacturing, marketing, management,
and legal considerations affect a situation or
product through:
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Literature Reviews
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Casual, Systematic and Participatory Observation
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Surveys and Interviews (after a pilot study has been conducted)
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Anthropometrics
Developing Solutions
In
order to develop intelligent solutions, information gathered has to be categorized
and prioritized. This facilitates objectively discerning
which aspects are more important than others. The result ensures
conceptualization and development efforts are focused in
a practical manner with:
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Purposive, Random and Stratified Sampling
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Rating Scales
Evaluating
Solutions
Performing
evaluations of concepts and prototypes aimed at producing a successful
product. An important aspect while administering
these evaluations is ensuring that
opinions don't bias the evaluations and skew
the results away from an intended user related product. This
phase is achieved through:
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Focus Groups and Observations
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Ergonomics