The word ergonomics comes from two Greek words:
• ERGO: meaning work
• NOMOS: meaning laws

Ergonomics is a science focused on the study of human fit, and decreased fatigue and discomfort through product design.

Ergonomics applied to office furniture design requires that we take into consideration how the products we design fit the people that are using them. At work, at school, or at home, when products fit the user, the result can be more comfort, higher productivity, and less stress.

Ergonomics can be an integral part of design, manufacturing, and use. Knowing how the study of anthropometry, posture, repetitive motion, and workspace design affects the user is critical to a better understanding of ergonomics as they relate to end-user needs.