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title: "Observation — Sping — Sping Digital Lab"
source: "https://sping.nl/en/services/research/observation/"
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1. [Services ](https://sping.nl/en/services/)/
2. [Research ](https://sping.nl/en/services/research/)/
3. Observation

# Observation

Watch users in their natural environment and uncover behavioural patterns and pain points that surveys and interviews miss entirely.

## The power of observation

What people say and what they do often differ. Observation captures both. By following users in their own context — not in a test lab, but in their real working environment — insights emerge that questionnaires and interviews simply cannot surface.

We use observation to understand user behaviour, clarify customer journeys and map pain points within existing processes.

## Research into user interactions

We conduct in-depth research into how users interact with software interfaces in their daily work. By recognising patterns, moments of confusion and workarounds, we know precisely where software connects — and where it falls short.

## Observation during user tests

During user testing sessions, we observe participants as they navigate prototypes or existing interfaces. This hands-on approach helps to:

* Identify pain points and confusing steps
* Assess task completion and efficiency
* Iteratively refine the user experience based on what we actually see

## Field studies

Some of the most valuable insights come from observing users in their day-to-day environment. Field studies reveal how software integrates into existing work processes — ensuring solutions are not just functional, but genuinely practical.

## Observation as an innovation driver

Observation fuels innovation. It surfaces challenges that remain invisible through other methods, and inspires creative solutions that emerge directly from what users actually need.

[Get in touch](https://sping.nl/en/contact/)