Human Factors Engineering in System Design: A Roadmap for Improvement

Leva, Maria Chiara; Naghdali, Farzad; Alunni, Costanza Ciarapica

doi:10.1016/j.procir.2015.08.091

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“…Leva et al 2 propose that educational programmes for engineers should include some basic HFE elements for system design and that HFE principles should be integrated in broader technical engineering and design standards. Such measures would indeed also contribute to better knowledge of human factors discipline among decision makers at corporate and project management level.…”

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“…Today’s sociotechnical systems are already complex and interrelated, and both researchers and practitioners are advocating new approaches to safety addressing the accompanying challenges. 1,2 The realms of robotics and automation represent one area contributing to more complex sociotechnical systems. Projects preparing for space exploration missions include development of concepts for collaborations between robots and astronauts.…”

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“…22,24 We acknowledge the different perspectives on the human factors discipline, 25 for example, versus human reliability 26 and human factors engineering (HFE). 2 For the purpose of this article, we use the following definition:…”

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“…Leva et al 2 provide a good overview of current industrial practices and standards promoting inclusion of human factors knowledge in structured system design processes. They contribute to a stream of researchers advocating the need for new approaches to fully address the challenges of increasingly complex and interrelated sociotechnical structures.…”

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A project management issue of new technology developments: A case study on lack of human factors’ attention in human–robot interaction

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Danielsen

Aarseth

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Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part O:

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The complexity of today's sociotechnical systems has prompted researchers and practitioners to advocate new holistic approaches to safety. However, many engineering standards, methods and processes for addressing technical, human and organizational factors do not fully reflect this. This paper investigates known project management challenges and how they can explain the lack of attention to human factors issues in the design and development of new technology. As such, the work contributes to a research stream investigating why the human factors discipline is repeatedly marginalized in engineering projects. The paper reports on findings from a case study-a research and innovation project developing technology and concepts for human-robot collaboration. We conclude that a narrow focus in early project phases and insufficient information coordination contribute to marginalizing the role of human factors in the design and development of new technology.

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A project management issue of new technology developments: A case study on lack of human factors’ attention in human–robot interaction

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Aarseth

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“…However, increased understanding of human psychology has transformed the principles behind design and quality criteria for such interfaces. Today, it is accepted that good HMIs cannot be designed without a deep understanding of both the task and the context in which it operates [69]. Sensemaking has often been limited to an organizational context, seldom discussing issues such as system design.…”

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Sensemaking in Critical Situations and in Relation to Resilience—A Review

Kilskar

Danielsen

Johnsen

2019

ASCE-ASME Journal of Risk and Uncertainty in Engineering Systems, Part B: Mechanical Engineering

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Accidents and incidents, such as the capsizing of the anchor handling vessel Bourbon Dolphin in 2007 and the unintended list of the drilling rig Scarabeo 8 in 2012, underline the need for addressing sensemaking in safety-critical situations in the maritime domain to reduce risks. Sensemaking and risks must be understood as a part of the organizational context of the incidents. This paper presents the results of a comprehensive qualitative literature review conducted to establish more knowledge on sensemaking in the context of safety-critical situations and on the relation between the concepts of sensemaking and resilience. In the obtained literature sensemaking is used as a frame of reference for understanding accidents; it is used in relation to critical situations or complex operations in general; it is described by some as a process creating situational awareness; and it is explained by others mainly in terms of how it relates to resilience. Sensemaking creates the context for being resilient; at the same time sources of resilience help to make sense of the situation. Few authors provide explicit characteristics of sensemaking in safety-critical situations, where discrepancies can be supported by redundant systems or by training to ensure the needed questioning attitude. There is a lack of literature regarding sensemaking in safety-critical situations and in relation to resilience that also addresses important aspects of training and system design.

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The relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering among university employees: The mediating role of mindfulness

Mohammed

El‐Ashram

Abosaif³

2022

Glob Bus Org Exc

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This study explores whether, and how, mindfulness mediates the relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering. Based on data from a sample of 335 members of faculty and administrative staff from Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Saudi Arabia, the paper provides insights into how mindfulness affects the relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering. The authors believe that it is the first time that mindfulness as a mediator in this relationship has been studied. They also believe that it is the first time such a study has been conducted in an Arab environment. By studying the relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering, and by studying mindfulness as a mediating variable in this relationship in a non-Western environment, the study expands the external validity of the notions of spiritual leadership and human engineering. The results indicate a significant relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering, and show that mindfulness has an indirect effect on this relationship. The article highlights the implications for dealing with stress in the work environment by using mindfulness as a driver for developing spiritual leadership, as well as understanding and practicing the values of spiritual leadership in promoting spirituality.

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Human Factors Engineering in System Design: A Roadmap for Improvement

Cited by 13 publications

References 13 publications

A project management issue of new technology developments: A case study on lack of human factors’ attention in human–robot interaction

A project management issue of new technology developments: A case study on lack of human factors’ attention in human–robot interaction

Sensemaking in Critical Situations and in Relation to Resilience—A Review

The relationship between spiritual leadership and human engineering among university employees: The mediating role of mindfulness

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