When Requirements Compete - Explore resources for evaluating interface & environmental tradeoffs.

Designing for the User. User confidence drives the decision

Engineers developing a critical care ventilator initially explored a touch screen interface. Feedback from healthcare professionals led the team in a different direction.

In a clinical environment where speed, visibility, and tactile feedback are critical, physical controls proved to be the better fit.

The best interface is the one that fits the application and the people using it.