Hannele Kerosuo

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Hannele Kerosuo is a leading scholar in the sociology of work and technology, with a primary focus on the construction industry. Her research critically examines the interplay between human practices and automation, challenging purely technical narratives. Kerosuo’s major contribution lies in advancing the concept of “sociomaterial-design,” which argues that automation is not a deterministic force but a co-constructed process involving workers, tools, and organizational contexts. In her highly cited 2019 paper, she reframes construction workers as “sociomaterial-designers” who actively shape automation on-site, rather than being passive recipients of technology. This work has garnered 7 citations and is pivotal for understanding how to integrate automation in a traditionally low-tech sector. Kerosuo’s impact extends beyond academia, influencing industry practices by highlighting the need for participatory design and worker agency. Her research is essential for students and researchers interested in the human dimensions of digital transformation, workplace studies, and the future of manual labor in automated environments.