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Identifying and evaluating factors influencing technology adoption: A multi-pilot study within the Pharaon project
Jasmine Pani1, Laura Fiorini1, Erika Rovini1
1Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
International Journal of Medical Informatics
|November 14, 2025
Summary
Technology adoption by older adults is complex, influenced by interconnected factors like social context and training. Understanding these elements is key to improving long-term use of assistive technologies for aging in place.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Assistive Technology
Background:
- Global aging population necessitates support for aging in place.
- Age-related limitations challenge daily tasks and burden caregivers.
- Assistive technologies show potential but face limited long-term adoption.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing technology use among older adults after 12 months.
- To integrate insights from a multi-site European study.
- To understand interconnections affecting technology adoption.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative data from semi-structured interviews.
- Thematic analysis validated by reflection meetings and online questionnaires.
- Consolidation, prioritization, and mapping of recurring factors.
Main Results:
- Identified 30 factors, retaining 25 for analysis, including personal, motivational, technical, social, and environmental aspects.
- Interconnection analysis revealed social context, personalized training, ease of use, and cognitive changes as highly influential.
- Education, internet access, and technical requirements showed less interconnected effects.
Conclusions:
- Technology adoption among older adults is complex and interconnected.
- User-centered design, tailored training, and social context sensitivity are crucial.
- An interactive framework aids developers and policymakers in targeting interventions for meaningful engagement.
Keywords:
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