This page is likely to change often as we post new ideas or insights.

"What is Usage-Centered Systems Architecture and Engineering?" is a one-page introduction to the usage-centered concepts.

"Are “Usage-Centered” and “Usable” Really the Same Thing?" examines the differences between the usage-centered technology perspective and traditional usability practice.

Our white paper entitled "Winning Business with Usage-Centered Technology" is available for download by providing us with a valid email address. A companion document, "Case Retrospective: Portable Customizable Sound" is also available for download.

You can download the PowerPoint show from the UPA-Boston 4th Mini-UPA conference 3/3/05 entitled, "How Devices Shift Usage Paradigms-Expectations in a Converging Technology Arena." The PPS file, which contains animated gif images, is about 4.4MB. A PDF version () of the file is also available (about 3.5MB).

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