Psychosocial Aspects of New Technology Implementation

Abstract

New technology is dramatically changing the workplace by allowing companies to increase efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and overall profitability. An effective new technology implementation is required for companies to compete successfully in the marketplace. Time and money wasted on unsuccessful and improper new technology implementation is contrary to the overall goal of improving the competitiveness and profitability of the company. This paper proposes a technology implementation approach utilizing teams and teamwork. Teams and teamwork have been recommended as a way to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, profitability, and employee satisfaction [1]. New technology challenges the current implementation methods and techniques. To effectively utilize these new technologies it is best to consider all the factors involved in the implementation process; most importantly the individual human elements involved. It is recommended to utilize a cooperative team oriented approach to new technology implementation, which relies heavily on obtaining employee inputs and participation throughout the entire process. By doing this; it is hoped that the new technology can be implemented in the most effective way possible.