The design of assembly lines affects not only the efficiency and profitability of production but also the working conditions of employees. In times of increasing automation and digitalization, social aspects such as ergonomics, job satisfaction, and the long-term integration of workers are gaining importance. A human-centered design can not only enhance productivity but also contribute to employee motivation and reduce health-related burdens.
Social aspects in production planning are diverse and include both physical and psychological workload, team dynamics, and the required qualifications of employees. Existing research offers various approaches to integrating social criteria into assembly line design. However, the quantitative assessment of these aspects remains a challenge, as social factors are often difficult to measure and must be reconciled with economic requirements.
As part of a bachelor’s thesis or student research project, a structured literature review will be conducted to identify and classify existing approaches to incorporating social criteria into assembly line design. The goal of the thesis is to systematically review relevant scientific contributions and highlight research gaps in the integration of social aspects into assembly line planning. Particular attention will be given to quantitative methods for assessing social criteria.
If you are interested, please contact Judith Schulze.