Cited by 59Disability Education and EmploymentAssistive Technology in Communication and MobilityAutism Spectrum Disorder Research

Employees with autism spectrum disorders in the digitized work environment: Perspectives for the future

Tomczak, Michał T.·2021·Journal of Disability Policy Studies

Abstract

The aim of this article is to examine the opportunities for employees with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), arising from digital technology (DT) development. The author discusses assistive technology (AT) as a mean of creating a better work environment, making the digitized workplace more friendly for people with ASD. A possible solution of communication problems is replacing the interpersonal communication between employees with electronic (non-direct) forms of communication, such as online communicators or chatbots. Another solution is the implementation of wearable electronic systems, monitoring stress levels and facilitating effective stress control. In the future, the whole digitized workplace could be designed according to a “smart workplace” concept. Sensors recording various human body parameters could be connected to a network with sensors recording physical parameters of the work environment (temperature, humidity, noise, smell, sunlight exposure) and also with controllers of its values, adjusting it dynamically to reduce distracting factors. As a result, communication, stress management, and sensory sensitiveness problems could be limited, improving the work comfort of people with ASD, and their colleagues. The pertinence of solutions proposed was also confirmed by the experts interviewed in the field who were asked to assess it in the context of future implementation.

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Authors
Tomczak, M. T.
Affiliations
Gdańsk University of Technology (PL)
Corresponding author
Tomczak, Michał T.
Venue
Journal of Disability Policy Studies
Published
2020-05-17
Volume
31
Issue
4
Pages
195-205
ISSN
  • 1044-2073 (ISSN-L)
  • 1538-4802
OpenAlex
W3027792569
Cited by
59
References
82
Citations by year
2026: 6 · 2025: 15 · 2024: 9 · 2023: 11 · 2022: 12 · 2021: 5 · 2020: 1
FWCI
9.88
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
Journal of Disability Policy Studies (publishedVersion)
Funders
Narodowe Centrum Nauki (2019/03/X/HS4/00304)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Safety Research › Disability Education and Employment
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › Occupational Therapy › Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
  • Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
Keywords
autism spectrum disorder, digital workplace, assistive technology, smart workplaces, wearable sensors, stress monitoring, stress management, chatbots, sensory sensitivity, workplace design, workplace adaptation

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