A framework for development of integrated intelligent human engineering environment

Abstract

In this study conceptual framework for development of integrated intelligent human engineering environment in complex manufacturing systems was introduced. The integrated intelligent human engineering environment is defined as integration of automated teamwork and intelligent interface design in the context of electronic data interchange technology and usability engineering. Moreover, it advocates integration of job design and organizational design in the context of re-engineering. Intelligent interface design deals with optimization between human operators and machines through usability design and engineering techniques. Its objective is to reduce confusion and increase the flexibility and precision of manufacturing systems. Teamwork must be designed with the aid of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) technology in the context of Information Technology (IT). The integrated intelligent human engineering introduces a unique, effective and systemic mechanism, which integrates the structure of the organizational systems with information systems and technology and non-technical (people) sub-systems. It is designed to enhance productivity and tolerance of manufacturing system through the integrated framework of this study. © 2006 Asian Network for Scientific Information.