The Boeing 737 MAX - When Humans and Technology Don't Mix

Explore the critical design failures and human factors considerations behind the Boeing 737 MAX crisis in this compelling conference talk from NDC TechTown 2022. Delve into Boeing's motivations for upgrading the 737 aircraft, the compromises made to compete with Airbus' A320neo, and the disastrous consequences that followed. Examine how the prioritization of profit over sound design practices led to 346 deaths and a $20 billion loss. Gain valuable insights applicable to all developers, from web designers to mission-critical infrastructure engineers, on the importance of rigorous design processes and engineering systems that account for end-user realities and environmental factors.

The Boeing 737 MAX: When Humans and Technology Don't Mix - Kyle Kotowick - NDC TechTown 2022