Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators
The rapid advancement of intelligent technologies, including sensing devices, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things, has significantly accelerated the progress in industrial technology, particularly within the medical enterprise sector. Wearable innovations for health management have i...
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| author | Chin-Wen Liao Kai-Chao Yao Ching-Hsin Wang Hsi-Huang Hsieh I-Chi Wang Wei-Sho Ho Wei-Lun Huang Shu-Hua Huang |
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| description | The rapid advancement of intelligent technologies, including sensing devices, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things, has significantly accelerated the progress in industrial technology, particularly within the medical enterprise sector. Wearable innovations for health management have introduced novel approaches to physiological monitoring and early disease detection, contributing to an improved quality of life. In the context of sustainable development, wearable devices demonstrate considerable potential for supporting long-term healthcare solutions, particularly in the post-pandemic era, where the demand for smart health solutions continues to rise. This study aims to identify critical product design indicators for wearable devices that align with sustainable health management goals. Utilizing expert questionnaires and employing a combination of the Fuzzy Delphi Method and the DEMATEL-based Analytic Network Process (ANP), this research systematically evaluates the key factors influencing wearable device design. The findings highlight three primary aspects, six criteria, and 16 design indicators, with pivotal factors including “Compatibility”, “Foresight”, “Integration”, “Comfort”, “Appearance”, “Customization”, and “Intelligence”. These indicators provide a comprehensive framework for developing wearable devices that address diverse user needs while promoting individual well-being and sustainable health management. This study offers valuable insights into the design and development of wearable devices that support sustainable healthcare practices, advance social responsibility, and strengthen preventive care initiatives. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-7ece69750f5c48d1a04c78d7b43d680a2025-01-10T13:15:38ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-01-0115146110.3390/app15010461Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design IndicatorsChin-Wen Liao0Kai-Chao Yao1Ching-Hsin Wang2Hsi-Huang Hsieh3I-Chi Wang4Wei-Sho Ho5Wei-Lun Huang6Shu-Hua Huang7Department of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanDepartment of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanDepartment of Healthcare Industry Technology Development and Management, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, No. 57, Sec. 2, Zhongshan Rd., Taiping Dist., Taichung City 411030, TaiwanDepartment of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanCollege of General Education, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, No. 57, Sec. 2, Zhongshan Rd., Taiping Dist., Taichung City 411030, TaiwanDepartment of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanDepartment of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanDepartment of Industrial Education and Technology, National Changhua University of Education, Bao-Shan Campus, No. 2, Shi-Da Rd., Changhua City 500208, TaiwanThe rapid advancement of intelligent technologies, including sensing devices, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things, has significantly accelerated the progress in industrial technology, particularly within the medical enterprise sector. Wearable innovations for health management have introduced novel approaches to physiological monitoring and early disease detection, contributing to an improved quality of life. In the context of sustainable development, wearable devices demonstrate considerable potential for supporting long-term healthcare solutions, particularly in the post-pandemic era, where the demand for smart health solutions continues to rise. This study aims to identify critical product design indicators for wearable devices that align with sustainable health management goals. Utilizing expert questionnaires and employing a combination of the Fuzzy Delphi Method and the DEMATEL-based Analytic Network Process (ANP), this research systematically evaluates the key factors influencing wearable device design. The findings highlight three primary aspects, six criteria, and 16 design indicators, with pivotal factors including “Compatibility”, “Foresight”, “Integration”, “Comfort”, “Appearance”, “Customization”, and “Intelligence”. These indicators provide a comprehensive framework for developing wearable devices that address diverse user needs while promoting individual well-being and sustainable health management. This study offers valuable insights into the design and development of wearable devices that support sustainable healthcare practices, advance social responsibility, and strengthen preventive care initiatives.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/1/461wearable devicesproduct design indicatorssmall and medium enterprisescreativity |
| spellingShingle | Chin-Wen Liao Kai-Chao Yao Ching-Hsin Wang Hsi-Huang Hsieh I-Chi Wang Wei-Sho Ho Wei-Lun Huang Shu-Hua Huang Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators Applied Sciences wearable devices product design indicators small and medium enterprises creativity |
| title | Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators |
| title_full | Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators |
| title_fullStr | Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators |
| title_full_unstemmed | Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators |
| title_short | Fuzzy Delphi and DEMATEL Approaches in Sustainable Wearable Technologies: Prioritizing User-Centric Design Indicators |
| title_sort | fuzzy delphi and dematel approaches in sustainable wearable technologies prioritizing user centric design indicators |
| topic | wearable devices product design indicators small and medium enterprises creativity |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/1/461 |
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