how technology and ergonomics work for and against one another - guy osmond
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Guy Osmond Managing Director
www.ergonomics.co.uk
Who are we?
The UK’s most knowledgeable
supplier of innovative products and
services to improve workplace
wellbeing and productivity
Research
Microsoft:
Humans have shorter attention span than a goldfish Toronto, May 15, 2015
http://bit.ly/1UVSNwC
Ergonomics History
Key issues
Key product developments
Key attitudes & approaches
Last 20 years
Today
The Future?
Product History
Product History
Ergonomics Issues
Ignorance & misinformation!
Glare & reflection
Radiation
RSI
WRULDs
Back problems
Office workers low priority
Everyone reactive
Workplace Changes
CRT to flat screen
Laptops
Multiple ‘ergonomic’ pointing devices
Mini keyboards
Chair design
Adjustable height desks
Space
Today’s Workplace
The ‘workplace’ is not a physical location
Smartphones & tablets
Agile working
Less space
4 generations
Wellbeing
Ergonomics Issues
Ignorance & misinformation!
Everyone’s an expert (= has Google)
Marketing trounces ergonomics
Musculo-skeletal conditions
Mental health
Wellbeing
Human Factors
Majority still reactive
The Future is Holistic
Wellbeing – physical & mental
Greater co-operation between disciplines
Physical ergonomics
Acoustics
Circadian lighting
Biophilia
Future Products (now)
Wearable technology
Internet of Things
Zigbee
3D Printing
ISO 27500:2016
The human-centred organization capitalize on individual differences as an organizational
strength
make usability & accessibility strategic business objectives
adopt a total system approach
ensure health, safety & wellbeing are business priorities
value employees & create a meaningful work environment
be open & trustworthy
act in socially responsible ways.
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Contact
Guy Osmond
07831 770777
0345 345 0898