Work Design and Computer‐controlled Systems:: Job Analysis under Automation – ATAA

Abstract

Asserts that job satisfaction and motivation of workers are rarely considered when the introduction of new technology is planned and implemented. Sets this belief in the context of German industrial practice and law and describes an approach called ATAA, developed for use in the German metal‐working industry in any situation where a redesign of the organization, the job content or the technology is needed. Explains the philosophy (intended to place human needs centre stage), the method of analysis employed and the co‐operative approach of management and works council. Includes a case‐history of work redesign in a lathe shop.

Citation

Wächter, H., Modrow‐Thiel, B. and Rossmann, G. (1994), "Work Design and Computer‐controlled Systems:: Job Analysis under Automation – ATAA", Logistics Information Management, Vol. 7 No. 5, pp. 44-52. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576059410071529