Montagearbeit 4.0 ? Eine Fallstudie zu Arbeitswirkungen und Gestaltungsperspektiven digitaler Werkerführung

Martin Kuhlmann, Barbara Splett and Sascha Wiegrefe

WSI-Mitteilungen, 2018, vol. 71, issue 3, 182-188

Abstract: Although the discussion about the future of work in the light of Industry 4.0 and digitalisation has been intensified, there is still a lack of in-depth empirical research on the emerging work-related effects of digital technologies. Current research examines case studies which investigate operational digitalisation concepts. Based on one case study, the article provides a concise insight into the work effects of digital operator guidance at an assembly area in the automotive industry and presents the extent to which this technology changes assembly work. Based on workplace observations, interviews with experts and employees as well as a survey, the conclusion of the research is analysed. The use of digital operator guidance is associated with some changes in the work situation and working conditions, but a fundamental change of assembly work is not in sight. However, the case study provides evidence that a digital worker guidance system is accompanied by new design options and that there is a need for action requirements in terms of work policy.

Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.5771/0342-300X-2018-3-182

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