{"id":6604,"date":"2026-02-23T14:57:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T05:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/?page_id=6604"},"modified":"2026-07-10T15:45:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T06:45:22","slug":"human-factors-research","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/en\/human-factors-research\/","title":{"rendered":"Human Factors Research_en"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-with-bgimage smb-section smb-section-with-bgimage is-style-smb-section-undecorated-title\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--min-height:90vh;--smb-section-with-bgimage--mask-color:#000000;--smb-section-with-bgimage--mask-opacity:0.6;--smb-section-with-bgimage--lg-media-position:57.99999999999999% 0%;--smb-section--bottom-divider-level:-35px\"><div class=\"smb-section-with-bgimage__bgimage smb-section-with-bgimage__bgimage--lg\"><div class=\"smb-section-with-bgimage__mask\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-scaled.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" class=\"wp-image-7448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HF-cover-1920x1440.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__dividers\"><div class=\"smb-section__divider smb-section__divider--bottom smb-section__divider--wave\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"m0,82.5 q20,-35,40,0 t40,0 t40,0 V100 L0,100 z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-with-bgimage-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"sme-animation-fade-in-up has-sm-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong>Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up has-sm-text-alt-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);font-size:2.5rem;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong>Human Factors Research<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"about_txt sme-animation-fade-in-up font_20 wp-block-paragraph\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.3\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"0.5\"><span class=\"sme-text-color has-sm-text-alt-color\"><strong><span class=\"sme-text-color has-sm-text-alt-color\"><strong>We help you identify use-related risks early, iterate with confidence, and build evidence that supports PMDA review when needed.<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section smb-section\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--background-color:var(u002du002d_color-white)\"><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__background\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up font_30 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\" style=\"color:#4c9f87;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong>Compliance Is the Baseline; Safe Use Is the Goal <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"about_txt sme-animation-fade-in-up font_20 wp-block-paragraph\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.3\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"0.5\">Human factors (HF) work starts long before validation, because <strong>safe use is shaped by the context of use<\/strong>. We evaluate your device within Japanese clinical workflows and care environments to identify risks early and support iteration before designs become fixed. This creates a stronger foundation for <strong>summative validation and PMDA review<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section smb-section smb-section--fit is-style-smb-section-undecorated-title roboto-title sme-animation-fade-in-up hf-section\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--background-color:#f6fbf9;--smb-section--top-divider-level:-36px;--smb-section--bottom-divider-level:-36px\" id=\"about_value\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__dividers\"><div class=\"smb-section__divider smb-section__divider--top smb-section__divider--wave\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"m0,82 q20,-36,40,0 t40,0 t40,0 V100 L0,100 z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__divider smb-section__divider--bottom smb-section__divider--wave\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"m0,82 q20,-36,40,0 t40,0 t40,0 V100 L0,100 z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up font_30 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\" style=\"color:#4c9f87;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong><strong>HF Support Across Every Stage<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"about_txt sme-animation-fade-in-up font_20 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.3\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"0.5\">We follow an IEC 62366-1 aligned approach to generate evidence that supports both development and review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns value_item js-fadeRight is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6ed7b2f0 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column value_img is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:36%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full value_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"740\" src=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF1.png 800w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF1-300x278.png 300w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF1-768x710.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:64%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading roboto roboto--light value_sub is-style-plain font_24\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><strong>Early Stage Exploratory Research<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading font_18\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><span class=\"sme-font-size has-sm-s-font-size\"><strong>Mapping Real Use in Japan<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font_18 wp-block-paragraph\">We start by understanding where and how your device fits into Japanese healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, and home care. This phase surfaces latent risks, unmet needs, and workflow constraints before designs become rigid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:0;font-size:14px\">Methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;font-size:17px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">In-depth interviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Contextual inquiry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Diary studies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns value_item js-fadeLeft reverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4556fc48 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:64%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading roboto roboto--light value_sub is-style-plain font_24\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><strong>Formative&nbsp;Evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading font_18\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-right:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-left:0\"><span class=\"sme-font-size has-sm-s-font-size\"><strong>Reducing Risk Through Iteration<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font_18 wp-block-paragraph\">We test early designs, instructions, and labeling with Japanese users to identify use-related risks and usability issues while modifications are still cost-effective. Iteration at this stage strengthens your foundation for later validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:17px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Formative usability testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Task analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Expert\/Heuristic review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column value_img is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:36%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full value_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"740\" src=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF2.png 800w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF2-300x278.png 300w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF2-768x710.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns value_item js-fadeRight is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ecb84aab wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column value_img is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:36%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full value_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"740\" src=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF3.png 800w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF3-300x278.png 300w, https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HF3-768x710.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:64%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading roboto roboto--light value_sub is-style-plain font_24\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><strong>Summative&nbsp;Evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading font_18\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-right:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-left:0\"><span class=\"sme-font-size has-sm-s-font-size\"><strong>Evidence for PMDA&nbsp;Review<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font_18 wp-block-paragraph\">We conduct high-fidelity studies in simulated-use environments that reflect Japanese clinical reality.&nbsp;Outputs are structured&nbsp;for inclusion in your HFE\/UE&nbsp;documentation and&nbsp;to support PMDA&nbsp;review.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:17px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">\u3000Summative&nbsp;validation testing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section smb-section\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--min-height:50vh;--smb-section--background-color:var(--_color-white)\"><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__background\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up font_30 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\" style=\"color:#4c9f87;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong><strong>Why&nbsp;Clients&nbsp;Choose Uism for HF in Japan<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8eab9bb5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column sme-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.6\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ecb84aab wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"ws-nowrap num has-sm-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:6vw;font-style:normal;font-weight:1000\">01<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ff427f6f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-plain wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:1.35rem\"><strong><strong>Bridging Global&nbsp;Standards&nbsp;and&nbsp;PMDA Expectations<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font_18 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:0\">As&nbsp;ReSight&nbsp;Global\u2019s Japan hub, we bring experience from FDA and CE programs into Japan-based HF work. We help align evidence with international standards while reflecting&nbsp;Japanese clinical reality and PMDA expectations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column sme-animation-fade-in is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.9\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ecb84aab wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"ws-nowrap num has-sm-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:6vw;font-style:normal;font-weight:1000\">02<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ff427f6f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"is-style-plain wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:1.35rem\"><strong><strong>Access to Specialized Medical Participants in Japan<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"font_18 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#4d4d4d;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:0\">We combine trusted&nbsp;medical recruiters with our own long-standing network of physicians and&nbsp;nurses. This hybrid&nbsp;approach ensures access to the niche profiles your study requires.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section smb-section smb-section--center smb-section--fit roboto-title is-style-smb-section-undecorated-title sme-animation-fade-in-up\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);--smb-section--color:var(u002du002d_color-text);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--fixed-background-color:#f6fbf9;--smb-section--top-divider-level:-35px;--smb-section--bottom-divider-level:-35px\" id=\"research-flow\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__dividers\"><div class=\"smb-section__divider smb-section__divider--top smb-section__divider--wave\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"m0,82.5 q20,-35,40,0 t40,0 t40,0 V100 L0,100 z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__divider smb-section__divider--bottom smb-section__divider--wave\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" preserveAspectRatio=\"none\"><path d=\"m0,82.5 q20,-35,40,0 t40,0 t40,0 V100 L0,100 z\" stroke-width=\"0\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper smb-section__contents-wrapper--center\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up font_30 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9\" style=\"color:#4c9f87;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.2\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"1\"><strong>From Scoping to Validation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left about_txt sme-animation-fade-in-up wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.3\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"0.5\">We can run the full human factors research program end to end. We can also plug into specific phases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"flow_step\">\n<dl>\n<dd>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<dl>\n<dt class=\"js-fadeDown\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/flow_1.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\">\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<dl>\n<dt style=\"font-size:1.2rem;\">Scoping and Proposal<\/dt>\n<dd>We design studies aligned with your clinical context and regulatory requirements. Based on IEC 62366-1 and JIS T 62366-1, we develop a plan that supports PMDA review and downstream submissions.\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<dl>\n<dt class=\"js-fadeDown\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/flow_2.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\">\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<dl>\n<dt style=\"font-size:1.2rem;\">Preparation<\/dt>\n<dd>We develop or localize all study materials, including protocols and moderator guides. We adapt them for Japanese clinical environments to ensure studies are practical and compliant.\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<dl>\n<dt class=\"js-fadeDown\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/flow_3.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\">\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<dl>\n<dt style=\"font-size:1.2rem;\">Recruitment<\/dt>\n<dd>Leveraging our medical network, we recruit highly targeted participants, including specialized HCPs such as surgeons and nurses, as well as patients with chronic or rare diseases.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<dl>\n<dt class=\"js-fadeDown\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/flow_4.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\">\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<dl>\n<dt style=\"font-size:1.2rem;\">Fieldwork<\/dt>\n<dd>We conduct studies in settings designed to reflect intended use conditions in Japan, using simulation when appropriate. Through high-resolution recording and detailed analysis, we capture user behavior and clinically relevant observations to identify risks.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<dl>\n<dt class=\"js-fadeDown\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/flow_5.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\">\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<dl>\n<dt style=\"font-size:1.2rem;\">Deliverables<\/dt>\n<dd>We deliver comprehensive reports with root cause analysis and actionable findings. Deliverables are structured for direct integration into your HFE\/UE documentation, supporting both development and regulatory goals.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section smb-section\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);--smb-section--contents-wrapper-width:1260px;--smb-section--min-height:50vh;--smb-section--background-color:var(u002du002d_color-white)\"><div class=\"smb-section__fixed-background\"><div class=\"smb-section__background\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"smb-section__inner\"><div class=\"c-container\"><div class=\"smb-section__contents-wrapper\"><div class=\"smb-section__body is-layout-constrained wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-section-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-plain sme-animation-fade-in-up font_30 has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10\" 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style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">What global manufacturers need to know about human factors for medical devices in Japan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-buttons smb-buttons sme-animation-fade-in-up is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-snow-monkey-blocks-buttons-is-layout-a74a84f5 wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:2rem;margin-bottom:2rem\" data-sme-animation-delay=\"0.1\" data-sme-animation-duration=\"0.5\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-snow-monkey-blocks-btn aligncenter smb-btn-wrapper is-style-default more_button no_signal\"><a class=\"smb-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/uism.co.jp\/en\/blog\/human-factors-for-medical-devices-in-japan-what-global-manufacturers-need-to-know\/\" style=\"--smb-btn--border-radius:100px;--smb-btn--color:var(--sub-accent-color)\"><span class=\"smb-btn__label\"><strong><strong><strong>Read 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