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Designing a territorialized work system as the making of a milieu
Jeanne-Martine Robert1, Pascal Béguin2
1UMR 5600 EVS-LabEX IMU, Lyon, France.
Work (Reading, Mass.)
|November 26, 2023
Summary
Territorial scale is a new frontier in work system design, influencing beyond mere productivity to create a supportive living environment. This research explores how designing for a territory impacts work systems and community well-being.
Area of Science:
- Ergonomics
- Work System Design
- Territorial Studies
Background:
- Ergonomic research has traditionally focused on company-level design.
- Territorial scale is emerging as a critical factor in design decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of territorial scale on the design process of work systems.
- To define the concept of a "territorialized work system".
Main Methods:
- Analysis and definition of territorialized work systems.
- A design project for the re-conception of a territorialized work system using the linden tree as a case study.
Main Results:
- A "territorialized work system" encompasses more than just productive aspects.
- It involves creating a "milieu" by aligning the work system with dimensions supporting life within the territory.
Conclusions:
- The territorial aspect of design projects integrates systemic, organizational, and the nature of the designed object.
- Designing for territory means enabling the creation of a "milieu" for inhabitants.
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