Facing Digital Transformation: Engineers' Experiences in Adopting Technological Innovations in the Engineering Industry
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This phenomenological study explores engineers' experiences in adopting technological innovations within the engineering industry amidst rapid digital transformation. While technological advancements offer enhanced productivity, engineers face challenges in adapting and integrating new technologies into established workflows. This study investigates the subjective experiences, including emotional and cognitive responses, to these changes. Using in-depth interviews with 15 engineers from various industrial sectors, the findings reveal four main themes: adaptation and continuous learning, shifting professional identities, workplace social dynamics, and job satisfaction. The study highlights the psychological and social dimensions of technological adoption, providing deeper insights into the human aspects of digital transformation. These findings contribute to developing more effective training strategies and change management practices in engineering industries, enhancing our understanding of the complex interplay between technology and human experience.
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