Human Factors Consult

HFC Human-Factors-Consult GmbH is a specialized research and consulting firm based in Berlin, Germany, that focuses on human factors engineering and usability for safety-critical systems. Founded in 2003, the company provides interdisciplinary expertise in psychology, engineering, and computer science to optimize the interaction between humans and technology. In the healthcare and life sciences sector, HFC supports the development of medical devices, software interfaces, and digital health solutions through usability testing, risk analysis, and user-centered design. The firm is actively involved in major research consortia, such as the SHERPA project for interventional radiology and the SoMEDiX project for medical alarm systems, helping clients meet regulatory requirements like FDA and MDR standards.