Timeliness,steadiness,behaviourness and effortlessness: An efficiency evaluation model for measuring mobile applications usage

Both the theory and practice of measuring the efficiency of mobile applications usage have been hampered by the absence of a thorough mathematically based model as a method for evaluation. this research effort has been in a position to derive a preliminary mathematically based specification and measurement scheme specifically for assessing the mobile applications usage from the perspective of efficiency measures. the ultimate value for developing a mathematical oriented approach is to provide a systematic and quantitative method for conducting mobile applications usage efficiency evaluation research. as a result,a total number of 39 metrics and 10 attributes and 4 criterions were identified having associated towards measuring the efficiency of mobile applications usage. the applicability of the model was also tested on two experimental systems: training evaluation system (pelakad) group where participants manipulated the cadet training tasks; and clinical information system (capsule) group where participants manipulated the clinical delivery tasks). analysis of the efficiency on both types of systems was assessed in terms of timeliness,steadiness,behaviourness,and effortlessness. as a result,it was concluded that the model developed and proposed in this study provides a common basis for comparison between systems as well as helping in selecting suitable product based on their needs and requirements. by producing a quantifiable measurement,the overall efficiency of mobile applications usage thus can be assessed.