Cognition-based inspection techniques

Cognition-based inspection techniques involve analyzing how human inspectors think, recognize patterns, and make decisions when evaluating products or processes. Instead of relying solely on checklists or tools, these methods focus on understanding an inspector’s mental processes—such as visual perception, experience, and judgment—to identify issues. By studying how experts detect problems, organizations can improve training, develop better inspection strategies, and enhance overall quality control. Essentially, it’s about leveraging the human mind’s natural abilities to recognize anomalies efficiently and accurately during the inspection process.