Streamlining Eye-Tracking and Observational Data for Field Study Visual Analysis

Abstract

Wearable eye-tracking in field studies presents challenges in synchronising gaze data with dynamic stimuli and integrating observational notes from multiple observers. Existing tools often struggle to visualise eye-tracking patterns in complex, real-world environments with frequently changing areas of interest (AOIs). To address this, we propose a streamlined workflow that simplifies analysis preparation by integrating real-time observer notes with eye-tracking data with enhanced timestamp-based synchronisation, improving data mapping, and automating AOI detection with an energy control room use case. This workflow makes eye-tracking tools like Gazealytics more practical for complex field studies. By streamlining data preparation and automation, our method enhances the scalability and usability of eye-tracking analysis in complex environments, enabling more efficient and accurate visual analysis of real-world decision-making.</p