Motion-Mining Compared to Traditional Lean Tools

Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) offers new opportunities for organizational knowledge management, particularly when it comes to learning processes at the interface between explicit, firm-specific, and tacit knowledge. Its use is therefore of particular interest for application areas such as industrial maintenance. Based on a mechanical engineering case study, this article demonstrates that augmenting both processes and employees with GenAI requires AI literacy combined with professional skills.

Although it has been demonstrated that organizational knowledge transfer can be improved in principle, there is still no automated approach for identifying patterns in complex, context-dependent, and domain-specific knowledge transfer situations. This conceptual article therefore examines and characterizes knowledge transfer situations using the real-world example of product development in engineering. Furthermore, a concept for an adaptive, AI-based, real-time multi-agent system uses data to recognize recurring patterns in knowledge transfer situations and enables context-sensitive interventions. Finally, an outlook is provided on AI-based learning mechanisms (reinforcement learning) that can be used to adapt interventions for higher effectiveness in the long term.

Can artificial intelligence be used to assess the validity and credibility of simulation models and data for production and logistics? And what requirements must AI assistance meet to effectively support experts in verification and validation while simultaneously safeguarding their competence? In an online survey, simulation experts were asked regarding their expectations and needs.

Monitoring construction progress, as required in the one-off production of large structures, is very time- and labor-intensive due to a high level of complexity and individuality. The goal of this article is to develop a sensor-based approach for capturing and evaluating multiple inspection characteristics. The use of machine learning models to detect objects and derive relevant information forms the basis for linking current condition to construction schedule. This enables a significant increase in efficiency during construction progress monitoring and a well-founded assessment of progress.

The use of experiential knowledge is a key success factor for companies. Based on four corporate case studies, this article analyzes the technical, organizational, and personnel challenges associated with the use of retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems. The results show that the success of such systems depends on the strategic development and maintenance of the knowledge base, as well as on employee engagement.

The design of inclusive work systems is gaining importance due to demographic change and the increasing digital penetration of value creation processes. While traditional ergonomic approaches are based primarily on percentile logic and thus address only a portion of the user population, the integration of digital technologies opens up new possibilities for the dynamic and individualized adaptation of work systems. This article presents a conceptual framework for inclusive work system design that integrates standardization, automation, and adaptability. Methodologically, the article is based on a conceptual analysis of existing approaches from ergonomics and human-centered design. The article makes a theoretical contribution to the systematization of inclusive work system design and identifies areas of focus for further research and industrial practice.