Tasks set
Field studies investigate the users' satisfaction with as well as the usability of complex equipment, interfaces and services that are typically used for longer periods of time and cannot be simulated during a two-hour test due to their complexity. For instance:
Field studies are employed whenever test objects shall be used in a realistic way for a longer period of time.
Method
The test objects are put at the participants' disposal for several weeks or months. Feedback concerning the usage can be acquired via combinations of various methods:
Process phase
Sample
In order to obtain reliable results in statistical respect, larger samples should be included in the study. Studies that cover 100 to 1000 participants are common; the recruitment ought to cover different regions or countries.
Timing
Depending on the length of the field phase, the total duration of the project will comprise approximately 2 to 6 months.
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