Exploring the intersection of technology and human behavior. Starting with a central question, we'll explore how innovative tech solves critical business problems by leveraging and enhancing user behavior. Tune in to uncover the future of human-centered design and intelligent solutions, one episode at a time.
The SaaS Apocalypse: Why AI Won’t (Necessarily) Replace Your Software.
We explore the impact of AI on SaaS applications, the potential for custom AI solutions, and the future of software in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. We share personal experiences with journey mapping tools, the limitations of off-the-shelf SaaS, and the rise of vibe-coded AI applications.We explore how vibe coding can empower UX/UI professionals to embrace new technologies rather than shy away from them. Our analysis highlights the potential of vibe coding to bridge the gap between creative ideas and functional code, making technology more accessible and innovative.
23 Dec 2025
When AI Gets Personal: Ethics, Jobs, and Judgment in the Age of Algorithms
Jared Degnan and Savneet Singh investigate AI ethics, examining its impact on jobs, data privacy, and the crucial role of personal ethics in technology, highlighting the need for responsible AI use in this interview.
4 Oct 2025
Vibe Coding: Embracing AI in Human-Centric Design + Development
This episode explores vibe coding, empowering UX/UI professionals to embrace AI and bridge the gap between creative ideas and functional code, making technology more accessible.
24 Jun 2025
Empathy: The Heart of IT Leadership
Michael Chachula shares with Jared Degnan how empathy and authenticity drive effective IT leadership, viewing enterprise IT as a flexible business enabler in this interview.
17 Jun 2025
Authenticity in the AI Era: Navigating Content, Community, and Governance
Jared Degnan explores the crucial role of authenticity, community, and governance in the age of AI, emphasizing human-centric principles to navigate technological advancements in this episode.
19 Nov 2024
Synthetic vs. Augmented Data: What You Need to Know For Powerful Personalization
Personalization at scale takes data - and a lot of it. In this episode we explore types of data that can can be “home grown” to help create ever more powerful and personalized experiences. In particular we dive into the concepts of synthetic and augmented data and their implications for technology and human experience.
29 Oct 2024
How to create interactive personas using ChatGPT
In this episode we explore the concept of personas in technology design, emphasizing the evolution from traditional one-dimensional personas to interactive personas that can engage in dialogue.
22 Oct 2024
How can AI and wearables revolutionize worker safety?
In this episode of Human Factors Tech, we interview Zach Braun, CEO SlateSafety, a startup focused on wearable technology aimed at improving worker safety.
The conversation delves into the design and functionality of their wrist-based monitor, which tracks core body temperature and other metrics to prevent heat-related injuries.
Zach shares insights on the importance of user experience, data privacy, and the role of AI in enhancing workplace safety.
The discussion also touches on the future of wearable technology and the lessons learned from customer feedback.
8 Oct 2024
Can Smarter Tools Lead to Healthier Workers?
In this episode, we dive into the advancements in wearable technology, specifically ProGlove, and its implications for human factors in manufacturing.
The discussion highlights the importance of ergonomics, data collection, and worker satisfaction, while also addressing concerns about privacy and the future of wearable tech in the workplace.
26 Sept 2024
What’s the role human manufacturing workers will play in Industry 4.0?
In part one of this two-part episode, we walk with KEBA, makers of a no-code programming platform, which empowers manufacturing managers to program robots without extensive coding knowledge.
The conversation delves into the role of system integrators, the importance of safety in automation, and the future of manufacturing technology in the context of Industry 4.0.
10 Sept 2024
How can technology shape and connect running communities?
Natalie Cabanas, Director of Marketing and Communications at Atlanta Track Club, discusses the organization's mission and the challenges they faced during the 55th annual Peachtree Road Race. She explains the communication strategies and technologies they employ to keep participants safe and informed during the race. Natalie also talks about the transition to the Let's Do This registration platform and the benefits it provides, such as improved data management and customer service. She highlights the importance of tracking the impact of their events on the Atlanta community and the potential for technology to enhance the social aspect of their platform.
23 Jul 2024
Could a focus on human factors have prevented the global IT outage?
An errant content update from CrowdStrike took down thousands of systems. Could human factors engineering have prevented the faulty code from being published?
9 Jul 2024
How does strategy help avoid tech debt?
Let’s discuss the importance of technology strategy and its impact on the success of organizations. We’ll break down the components of technology strategy, its categories, and its impact on tech debt.
25 Jun 2024
Why do we need another technology podcast?
With hundreds of technology podcasts out there, do we really need another one? Yes, and here's why...
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