People's Reactions to Technology In Factories, Offices, and Aerospace [Paperback]

How does the pace and pervasiveness of new technology impact on the individual? To answer this question, this volume focuses on the computerization of offices, the use of robots in factories and advanced technology in the aerospace industry. Fascinating perspectives on how technology infiltrates everyday life are provided, together with stimulating reports on the latest research in this rapidly changing and diverse field.How does the pace and pervasiveness of new technology impact on the individual? To answer this question, this volume focuses on the computerization of offices, the use of robots in factories and advanced technology in the aerospace industry. Fascinating perspectives on how technology infiltrates everyday life are provided, together with stimulating reports on the latest research in this rapidly changing and diverse field.People's Reactions to Technology - Shirlynn Spacapan and Stuart Oskamp
PART ONE: FACTORIES
The Human Side of Flexible Factory Automation - Ann Majchrzak and Donald D Davis
Research and Management Practice
Factory Automation and Production Jobs - Veronica F Nieva, Paul D Newman and Geza Bottlik
A Longitudinal Study
PART TWO: OFFICES
Computer Use, Control Over Computers, and Job Satisfaction - Barbara A Gutek and Susan Winter
Informal Communication in Organizations - Robert E Kraut, Robert S Fish, Robert W Root and Barbara L Chalfonte
Form, Function, and Technology
PART THREE: AEROSPACE
Crew Factors in the Aerospace Workplace - Barbara G Kanki and H Clayton Foushee
Human-Machine Interactions in Space Flight - Harvey Wichman