Why Are People Obsessed with ‘Gacha’? What Capsule Toys Can Teach Us About UX Engagement Strategy
Japan’s $1.3B gacha market is driven by more than just luck. Explore the UX psychology behind its lasting appeal.
HFES Panel Report: Practical Differences in Medical Device HFE Across Asia
✶Article Summary In HFE (Human Factors Engineering) evaluations across Asia, outcomes are influenced not only by regulatory requirements but also by execution conditions such as healthcare systems and recruitment realities. Cultural factors also shape how users provide feedback and interpret errors, meaning that data collection methods (including moderation) must be carefully designed. Intro I recently had […]
Why Older Adults Think They Can’t Use Technology: UX Research Insights
Seniors often think “I can’t.” Our UX research shows how to overcome this barrier to unlock a vast, untapped market for your digital products.
An Introduction to UX Design for Older Adults: Tips for Designing Beyond “Kindness”
Struggling with UX for an aging market? The secret isn’t more help, but designing for pride and accomplishment. Learn how to build psychological safety.
What Adobe’s Market Turbulence Reveals About the Future of UX Research
As AI makes execution easier, UX research matters more than ever. Discover why interpretation, context, and decision-making now define real business value.
The Philosophy of Disappearing Design: What Heidegger Teaches Us About the Best UX
What if the best UX is the one users never notice? Explore Heidegger’s idea of disappearing design and what it teaches us about seamless digital experiences.
Recruiting Participants for Medical Device Usability Evaluations in Japan: A Practical Guide for PMDA Submissions
How to recruit users for PMDA submission in Japan? Get a practical guide on sample size justification, finding HCPs, and navigating local recruitment hurdles.
Human Factors for Medical Devices in Japan: What Global Manufacturers Need to Know
Entering Japan’s medical device market? See what PMDA expects for human factors, how overseas data can be adapted, and when local studies become essential.
For International Manufacturers: Key Usability Points for Japanese PMDA Submissions
Preparing a PMDA submission for a medical device in Japan? Learn the key usability engineering requirements, JIS T 62366-1 compliance, local study design, and use of overseas data.
Sample Size and Test Environment Requirements for PMDA HFE Submission: A Practical Guide for Validation Studies in Japan
PMDA HFE submission in Japan: learn sample size justification, test environment requirements, and practical validation study points for medical device usability.