The Company

Man - Systems Interface Design AB, founded in 1997, is an independent specialist consultancy working exclusively with human - system integration and human - machine/system (HMI) interaction, design and related issues. As a result of many years of experience, MSI Design has tackled a broad range of issues related to human - system integration - ranging from control room design, task and risk analysis to instrumentation design etc. MSI Design through the years has conducted an extensive number of evaluations of control rooms, control system interaction (conventional and computer based) as well as working procedure analysis and other related issues. MSI Design has also conducted for system suppliers evaluations and design verification as part of the system design development process.

MSI Design's extensive 30 years of experience and well proven methods provide the basis for efficient , cost effective and thourough user and activity analysis (context mapping), requirement specifications development, design development and usability audits.

MSI Design provides professional MTO, HSI and HMI design development and usability evaluation assistance for both system/product developers as well as end user organisations in within: Industrial process control systems Transportation Maritime transport Offshore HSE Medical systems Telecommunications systems Administrative management systems

System Integration Design - A Vital Ingredient

System And Product Development - HSI Design Providing The Competitive Edge

In order for the user to attain a given work system goal or state, the Human - System Integration and interaction remains a vital component. The tasks to be performed, the tools used, the physical environment and equipment design as well as the organisational prerequisites all play a part in the human - system integration process.

The interface between a product or system and the user remains an important factor for a commercial product's success in the market place. At times interesting and exciting technological innovation may be defeated in the market place by the simple fact that the user cannot interact with it in a natural and satisfactory manner. HSI Interface Design Components Good interface and interaction design is therefore a important prerequisite for developing successful products and systems.

Human - System Integration Design Ensuring Safe Operation For Critical Systems

Optimum operator communication is an important issue within the larger human - system integration context for systems where operational reliability in monitoring and controlling complex processes is vital - not only technically but also in regards to optimum human performance. It boils quite simply down to a question of usability. The Human - System Integration/Interaction Loop Another question is of course what does poor usability cost the organisation. In the long run, successful systems or products are not only dependent upon technological possibilities, but also how well that product or system supports those users and organisational activities.

Man - Systems Interface Design AB Brunnbyvägen 133 260 41 Nyhamnsläge Sweden Tel: +46 (0)42 34 47 54 Fax: +46 (0)42 34 47 54 Contact: Eric Wagner E-mail: eric.wagner@msidesign.se