Wisee Cockpit Monitor Development Story

The starting point of development was not "the number of screens"

When we began to think about the development of the Wisee Cockpit Monitor, we felt a certain discomfort.

Many work environments are well-equipped as "display equipment," but they are not sufficiently designed as "thinking spaces."

In work, it is important not only where the displayed information is placed and how it looks, but also how it can be compared. Even with three screens, simply placing them side by side does not guarantee usability. If the necessary information is too far away, if the movement of the gaze is unnatural, or if it cannot be placed where desired, increasing the number of screens will not lead to comfort.

Therefore, we considered from the very beginning what kind of view would make it easier to maintain the flow of work, rather than how many screens to have. The number of screens is determined as a result of that consideration. The starting point was always "what is an easy-to-think arrangement?"

What we aimed for was a design of the view for thinking

Generally, monitors are perceived as devices for displaying screens. Of course, that is not incorrect. However, we wanted to take a step further.

What is truly needed is not just to expand the display area, but to be able to structure the view according to the flow of work.

For example, placing a dialogue with AI on one screen, placing materials or data on another screen, and working on documents or spreadsheets in the center. Additionally, placing supplementary communications or notifications in a position where they can be grasped at the edge of the gaze. When such arrangements can be made naturally, the basic operations of work, such as comparison, judgment, input, and confirmation, become smoother.

What we wanted to design was not an environment that can display a lot, but an environment where necessary information can be placed along the flow of work.

Why we arrived at the concept of "cockpit"

We use the term "cockpit" not simply because it has a multi-screen appearance.

The term "cockpit" implies a space where necessary information is organized in a way that is easy to judge.

In an airplane cockpit, important information is gathered in one place and designed to be grasped within the flow of vision. This is not for appearance's sake, but to maintain the continuity of judgment. Modern work is somewhat similar. Thinking, researching, writing, and communicating. Moreover, these processes do not proceed in order but overlap. Therefore, what is needed is not simple multi-screening, but the arrangement of multiple pieces of information in a way that makes sense within the field of vision.

The Wisee Cockpit Monitor is born from this idea of "assembling work within the field of vision."

We aimed for a space where necessary information is organized in a way that is easy to judge.

What is important is not the number of screens, but the relationship between the positions of the information and the ease of overview.

Why we chose a unit structure

In considering the structure, we did not start from the direction of "creating a large all-in-one monitor" from the beginning.

The reason is clear. In actual work, the environment is not always ideal. There may not be sufficient installation space. It is not guaranteed that it will be used in exactly the same place every day. There may be a desire to change the configuration. And in case of emergencies, it needs to be a structure that is easy to handle and respond to.

Therefore, we adopted a unit structure. By using a unit structure, it becomes easier to combine in the necessary configuration, leading to ease of storage and portability. Furthermore, if a problem occurs in one part, it becomes easier to review and respond at the unit level rather than handling the entire system.

This is not just a mechanical feature. It is a structure that results from considering both the freedom of use and ease of operation.

Being able to handle it separately rather than as a single unit contributes to usability.

We emphasized the importance of having freedom in configuration according to usage and situations.

To avoid fixing usage, we emphasized freedom in vertical and horizontal arrangements

Another important aspect we valued in development was not to fix the orientation and arrangement of the screens too rigidly.

The information handled in work is not always horizontal. Text, code, AI outputs, papers, chats, social media, various management screens. Many of these pieces of information can be long vertically, and a horizontal screen may not necessarily be easy to view.

Therefore, we focused not on simply increasing the number of screens, but on how they can be oriented and what roles they can serve. Main work screens, reference vertical screens, and small screens for displaying supplementary information. By being able to assign such roles, the overall field of vision can approach a form that is more suited to work.

The freedom in vertical and horizontal arrangements is not for visual change. It is to allow for changes in the design of the view according to the type of work.

In terms of technology, we chose methods other than simply "increasing the number of screens"

When considering a multi-screen environment, the design of the technology is also very important, not just the appearance and structure.

Generally, as the number of screens increases, the load on the PC and the complexity of the configuration tend to become more concerning. Especially for those who want to use the PC's processing resources for work itself, a display environment that becomes too burdensome is not desirable.

We aimed not just to increase the number of screens, but to establish a multi-screen environment in a way that is easier for more people to handle. Therefore, in the Wisee Cockpit Monitor, we do not rely solely on the conventional idea of external video output, but realize a multi-display environment with our unique configuration.

What we emphasized here is that it should not be something that only a special few can use, but rather something that is easy to use in a more realistic work environment. Rather than making the technology flashy, we focus on stability and usability as a tool used every day. This judgment is also one of the development philosophies of the Wisee Cockpit Monitor.

Design of the invisible parts: Why we spent time on the movable parts of the hub

One of the most memorable aspects of development was the adjustment of the hub's "bending movement."

At first glance, it may seem like a small part. However, in reality, the quality of this movable part greatly influences the sense of security and unity when used. If it is a little loose, it feels unstable. If it is a little too stiff, it is difficult to handle. If the angle is ambiguous, it is hard to stop at the intended position. If there is a slight misalignment or step after connection, it affects the overall usability.

Therefore, we took the time to adjust this movable part. It should be stable when opened. It should not feel unreliable even when supporting the screen. The angle should easily settle at the intended position. It should be difficult for unnatural misalignments to occur after connection. To meet these conditions simultaneously, we repeated prototyping and revisions, accumulating fine adjustments.

This may be a part that is hard to convey just by looking at the finished product. Nevertheless, because it is a tool that is touched every day, we believe that the quality of such small movements greatly influences the final satisfaction.

Image of structural prototyping

Because it is something used every day, we emphasized the quality of small movements.

Development is about translating ideals into practical usability

In product development, simply talking about ideals does not lead to tangible results. In reality, it is necessary to arrange many practical conditions one by one, such as structure, center of gravity, angle, tactile feel, storage, and ease of handling.

The Wisee Cockpit Monitor was the same. It was not just about the idea of "how it should be," but about translating that into a form that can be used comfortably in daily work. To achieve this, we have repeated prototyping, adjustments, and redesign.

Moreover, development does not end at the moment of shipment. We believe that continuously updating in a better direction based on actual usage and feedback from users is also part of development. For us, development is not about talking about ideals, but about gradually getting closer to the reality of the users.

Who we want to deliver this product to

The Wisee Cockpit Monitor is not just a product for specific professions.

What we envision is for everyone who works while handling information. Those who think while researching. Those who write while comparing. Those who judge while looking at multiple pieces of information. Those who progress with interactions and production simultaneously. Those who want to enhance the quality of their work while utilizing AI.

For such people, the work environment is not just peripheral equipment, but a foundation that supports the quality of work.

Making it easier to judge. Making it easier to compare. Making it less likely to interrupt thinking. And being able to create a view that suits oneself. The Wisee Cockpit Monitor aims to be a tool that supports such changes.

Behind the Scene

We want to end the era of accepting the inconvenience of work environments as "inevitable."

In an age where the amount of information is increasing and the density of thinking is rising, what is needed is not an environment to use while enduring, but an environment that naturally supports thinking and creativity.

Being able to work with a straight back. Being able to easily overlook necessary information. Supporting both concentration and creativity. The Wisee Cockpit Monitor is one of our answers to shape such an environment.

The evolution of the Wisee Cockpit Monitor

Towards the future workspace

Work styles will continue to change. And, in line with those changes, the nature of work environments should also change.

We have developed the Wisee Cockpit Monitor not just as a product but as a proposal for the future workspace. Of course, we do not think this is the complete form. Rather, we want to continue pursuing a more free, more natural, and less obstructive environment for thinking, tailored to the work and views of the users from here on out.

Not to increase the number of screens, but to organize the flow of work. Not to expand the display area, but to broaden the range of thinking. The Wisee Cockpit Monitor was born for that purpose.