Worker assistance systems as the key to inclusion and productivity

Industry requirements – and opportunities for workshops

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Industrial companies expect from their partners:

• Quality and traceability – through standardized processes and documented inspections.
• On-time delivery – for smooth production chains.
• Flexibility – to quickly adapt orders.
• Quality management according to standards – such as DIN EN ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 in the automotive industry.
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Workshops that meet these requirements gain a competitive advantage. There's also a financial advantage: up to 50% of labor costs can be credited toward the statutory compensation levy. This combines social responsibility with economic benefits.

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Where assistance systems make the difference
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A worker assistance system like ELAM makes complex assembly processes understandable and safe.

Typical advantages:

• Digital work instructions: Step-by-step, supplemented with images and videos
• Automatic checks: Scanners, sensors, or scales prevent errors
• Customization: Font size, language, contrast
• Comprehensive documentation: For audits and internal quality assurance

The result: barrier-free workplaces, fewer errors and more independence for employees.

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Practical example: AWO Siegen relies on ELAM

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AWO Siegen has been using ELAM for three years, making it a pioneer in digital worker management.

• In use: 6 stationary systems and 5 mobile tablets
• Technical integration: Pick-to-light, projectors, torque wrenches, scales, and handheld scanners

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Lars Schröder, Production Manager, reports:

„ELAM is an asset since it enables people to accomplish tasks they could not accomplish without this system.“

Und die Entwicklung geht weiter: Aktuell werden neue Projekte umgesetzt, darunter der Einsatz von Keyence-Kameras für automatisierte Qualitätskontrolle.

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Examples of successful cooperation
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In addition to the AWO Siegen, many companies rely on cooperation with workshops:

• The automotive and electronics industries outsource assembly work.
• The pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries outsource packaging and labeling processes.
• Public institutions use inclusive workshops for digitization projects.

All projects have one thing in common: maximum process reliability – supported by modern worker assistance systems.

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New: Armbruster Engineering is a member of the daaap network

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Starting this month, we are part of the daaap network (Digital Assistance Systems in the Workplace). The network brings together users, manufacturers, and researchers to promote digital assistance systems for professional participation. Our goal as a new member: to share experiences, expand knowledge, and work together with other partners to break down barriers in the world of work. The "Participation through Technology" initiative fits perfectly with our mission: With ELAM, we are creating digital solutions that enable people with assistance needs to participate actively and independently in working life. More information about the network: daaap.net

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Quality as a basis for inclusion
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With ELAM, workshops can easily meet the requirements of DIN EN ISO 9001 or industry-specific standards such as IATF 16949. Testing mechanisms and digital documentation ensure that quality is not left to chance. This builds trust among industry partners – and future security for workshops.

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Conclusion: Inclusion and digital transformation belong together
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Worker assistance systems such as ELAM create the basis for a working world that is efficient and inclusive.

✔ Workshops create safe, accessible workplaces

✔ Industry partners receive reliable quality

✔ The daaap network strengthens the exchange for "participation through technology"‍

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👉 Want to learn more about ELAM and digital worker guidance?

Contact us – we'd be happy to advise you personally.