Human and technology in the digital world of work

The Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO conducts applied research at the intersection of people, technology, and organization. 
In the center for applied science research, Fraunhofer IAO focuses on the following key areas:

•    Holistic approaches to work design and organization and corporate cultures
•    Pioneering solutions for human-machine interaction
•    Development and implementation of innovation and technology strategies
•    Application of virtual and augmented reality
•    Cognitive systems and artificial intelligence
•    Sustainable solutions for tomorrow’s mobility
•    System innovations for livable and adaptable cities

Research teams combine expertise from business, engineering, computer science, social sciences, and design to develop innovative concepts and practical solutions. Strong collaboration with the University of Stuttgart’s IAT ensures close ties between science and application.
Fraunhofer IAO offers an interdisciplinary, future-oriented environment ideal for talents seeking impactful work and opportunities to bridge research and industry.