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Process mapping as a tool for participative integration of human factors into work system design

Lim, Aileen J.; Village, Judy; Salustri, Filippo A.; … - In: European Journal of Industrial Engineering 8 (2014) 2, pp. 273-290

In this study, we develop and evaluate a method for applying business process mapping to document the production system design process (PSDP) within an electronics manufacturer. We then test the ability of the map to facilitate identification of opportunities to integrate human factors (HF)...

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Linking Ergonomics with the Human Resources Management

MANOLESCU, Aurel; VERBONCU, Ion; LEFTER, Victor; … - In: REVISTA DE MANAGEMENT COMPARAT INTERNATIONAL/REVIEW OF … 11 (2010) 2, pp. 201-209

During the last years, ergonomics became one of the reference domains in the managerial theory and practice. Ergonomics … is a major component of the human resources management and also, it is an important factor of performances. Ergonomics is … ergonomics and its impact on the process of the organizational development and on the employees. The links between ergonomics and …

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Cognitive systems

Bade, David - In: Journal of Documentation 64 (2008) 6

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Neuromarketing in Action: How to Talk and Sell to the Brain

In: Journal of Consumer Marketing 31 (2014) 5, pp. 404-405

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Robots, vision systems and automatic gages streamline brake drum and rotor manufacturing

Potter, Ron - In: Industrial Robot: An International Journal 29 (2002) 5, pp. 404-406

Robot‐equipped machining cells with vision and gauging systems efficiently improve throughput and reduce ergonomic concerns. This paper examines Webb Wheel Products’ installation of four robotic workcells dedicated to producing a family of brake drums and rotors.

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Cobots

Peshkin, Michael; Colgate, J. Edward - In: Industrial Robot: An International Journal 26 (1999) 5, pp. 335-341

Collaborative robots – “cobots” – are intended for direct interaction with a human worker, handling a shared payload. They are a marked departure from autonomous industrial robots which must be isolated from people for safety reasons. Cobots are also distinct from teleoperators, in which...

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Performance improvement analysis of a supermarket checkstand

Sengupta, Arijit K.; Das, Biman; Pemberton Cyrus, J. - In: International Journal of Productivity and Performance … 59 (2009) 1, pp. 37-50

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the use of computer simulation for performance improvement analysis for a large‐scale ergonomic intervention and redesign project of a supermarket checkstand. Owing to its relatively complex operating logic, coupled with myriad physical...

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A case study of Bayesian belief networks in industrial work process design based on utility expectation and operational performance

Quintana, Rolando; Leung, Mark T. - In: International Journal of Productivity and Performance … 61 (2012) 7, pp. 765-777

. The findings can draw meaningful insights into the adoption and capacity of BBN in the fields of ergonomics, worker health … implications – The results of this study can potentially improve health safety management and worker ergonomics. Originality …/value – The paper is among the few systematic studies that have applied BBN and influence diagram to production ergonomics and …

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Grocery shelf stocking tool: analysis of productivity and human factors

Blackwell, Corey J; Wasas, Julia Sarah; Flanagan, Sean … - In: International Journal of Productivity and Performance … 65 (2016) 4, pp. 554-570

Purpose – Grocery store tasks provide many opportunities for efficiency and ergonomic improvements. Shelf stocking is one task that has received considerable attention in recent years as grocery stores seek to remain competitive by stocking shelves in an efficient manner in order to satisfy...

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Production system design elements influencing productivity and ergonomics

Neumann, W.P.; Winkel, J.; Medbo, L.; Magneberg, R.; … - In: International Journal of Operations & Production Management 26 (2006) 8, pp. 904-923

productivity and ergonomics. Design/methodology/approach – Multiple methods, including records and video analysis, questionnaires …. The new system had impaired ergonomics due to decreased physical variation and increased repetitiveness with cycle times …. Practical implications – Design decisions made early in the development process affect both ergonomics and productivity in the …

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