Introduction
A structured design framework for evaluating industrial visualization software using SA Concepts — tested, practical design ideas that support human Situation Awareness — and SA Design Patterns, which demonstrate how multiple concepts combine into complete dashboard strategies.
The Problem
Most industrial platforms promote their features — but few ask:
Does this help people actually see what’s going on?
- Can operators quickly grasp when something’s wrong?
- Can engineers make timely, informed decisions?
- Can teams stay aligned as processes shift?
When visual tools fail to support human awareness, critical signals go unseen — and poor outcomes follow.
What Clear Picture SA Offers
- A neutral, open framework for testing how well platforms support SA design needs.
- A shared reference to help vendors, integrators, and buyers align around real-world usability.
- Concrete SA Concepts tested across multiple platforms.
- Illustrated SA Design Patterns that show how concepts combine into flexible, goal-driven dashboards.
The Goal
Clear Picture SA exists to advance dashboard design in industry — by bridging research and industrial use cases.
Every concept is tested. Every pattern is demonstrated.
The result is not just clarity, but seeing theory in action.