EFFECTS OF IMPLEMENTING ERGONOMIC INNOVATIONS – EMPIRICAL RESEARCH IN ORGANIZATIONS

The purpose of this article is to present the results of research on the most commonly implemented types of ergonomic innovations in organizations and their impact on employees and organizational functioning.It also highlights key benefits and barriers associated with their implementation.Design/methodology/approach: The study was based on an analysis of surveys conducted among 357 organizations.The questionnaire included questions about the types of ergonomic innovations implemented, their impact on organizational activities, the most common results achieved, and the implementation barriers encountered.Data were collected using the CAWI technique.Respondents were managers and specialists with knowledge and experience in implementing ergonomic solutions in their organizations.Findings: The research results indicate that the implementation of ergonomic innovations contributes to increased employee productivity and improved comfort and safety at work.Organizations that effectively implement such solutions also report increased employee engagement and improved task quality.The main barriers to introducing ergonomic innovations include limited financial resources and lack of time for implementation. Research limitations/implications:The main limitations of the study concern the relatively small number of organizations surveyed, which may affect the weaker ability to generalize the results.Additionally, the analysis is based on subjective assessments by respondents, which may lead to some measurement errors.Practical implications: The research results provide practical guidelines for managers and ergonomics specialists, emphasizing the importance of implementing ergonomic innovations.Their implementation promotes improved comfort and quality of work, increases employee safety, and contributes to increased productivity and better organizational outcomes.Originality/value: The article adds new value to the literature on ergonomic innovations by combining theoretical perspective with empirical analysis of their implementation effects.The obtained results can inspire further research and support practical actions to more effectively implement ergonomic innovations in organizations.