Cooper Human Systems

Cooper Human Systems is a specialized human factors engineering and cognitive systems research firm that focuses on improving performance in complex, high-stakes environments. The company provides expertise in human-centered design, usability testing, and cognitive task analysis, particularly for the medical device and healthcare industries. Their services help clients navigate regulatory requirements, such as FDA human factors submissions, to ensure safety and effectiveness in clinical settings. By applying Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM) frameworks, they assist in the development of intuitive interfaces and robust training programs for healthcare professionals. The firm is recognized for its work in cognitive engineering and its proprietary ShadowBox training methodology which accelerates the development of expertise.