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July 2020 #12252 Page #62
Making Software ‘Simple’ By Ed Serrano Managing Director VektaUSA
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rice, speed, accuracy, footprint, service, and support. Those are the most common features considered when it comes to purchasing a linear saw. And, yes, they are important, but a linear saw is nothing but powder-coated steel and a blade until it’s told what to do. That’s why what is on the inside is what really counts—the software. The applications, the scripts, and the program that runs the saw are where the real intellectual property exists and where you find the brains of the saw itself. So, if you are in the market for a linear saw, here are some pointers and advice for navigating your way around the software.
User-Friendly “Hardware: The parts of a computer system that can be kicked.” “Software: The parts of a computer that you wish you could kick.” When considering a linear saw, consider your operators who will be using the saw day in and day out. If the software is not user-friendly, you might find your operator unfriendly. The software program needs to be: • Easy to navigate—having to click 4 or 5 times for one action is not acceptable. • Accessible—common actions, such as CUT, need to be readily apparent. • Intuitive to the user—it should feel obvious what needs to be done to complete a task or operation using the software. • Aesthetically pleasing—although this is superficial, it’s true that a program needs to “look good” for people to enjoy using it.
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