Technological man can't believe in anything that can't be measured, taped, or put into a computer.
Clare Boothe LuceRead
[The] dynamics of computational artifacts extend beyond the interface narrowly defined, to relations of people with each other and to the place of computing in their ongoing activities. System design, it follows, must include not only the design of innovative technologies, but their artful integration with the rest of the social and material world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of considering the social and material context when designing technology.
Lucy Suchman's quote highlights that the design of computational artifacts should not be confined to their immediate interfaces but should also encompass the relationships among individuals and the broader context in which these technologies operate. It suggests that successful system design requires an understanding of how technology integrates into social interactions and everyday activities, advocating for a holistic approach to technology design that respects and enhances the human experience.
Themes
TechnologyDesignSocial IntegrationComputational ArtifactsSystem Design
In practice
Example use cases
In a presentation about user-centered design, this quote illustrates the need for technology to fit seamlessly into social contexts.
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