Use of simulation for planning of work organization in highly automated production systems - Two case studies

This paper deals with the problems of staff planning, especially in highly automated production systems. In planning such systems, it is not sufficient to reflect only on technical details, but it is necessary to consider modern forms of work organization as well. As a planning tool to quantify dynamic processes, simulation will be used. After discussing the need for personnel-oriented simulation tools, two simulation studies will be presented, both focusing on planning the work organization in highly automated production systems in the field of mechanical engineering. The paper concludes with an outlook on future efforts in the regarded held of research.