Marian Massegg

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Marian Massegg is a leading voice in the digital transformation of heavy construction, with a focused expertise in human-machine interaction and the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies into field operations. Her most cited work, "From Remote-Controlled Excavators to Digitized Construction Sites" (2022, 15 citations), critically examines the persistent centrality of human operators in automated environments, challenging the notion of a fully autonomous construction site. Massegg’s research bridges the gap between theoretical Industry 4.0 frameworks—including IoT, AI, and robotics—and the practical realities of on-site labor, arguing that the human role remains indispensable. By analyzing the evolution from remote-controlled machinery to fully digitized workflows, she provides a nuanced roadmap for incremental automation that respects operator expertise. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping discussions on safety, efficiency, and workforce adaptation in construction. Though early in her career, Massegg’s work is already cited as a foundational reference for researchers exploring the socio-technical dimensions of construction digitization, marking her as a rising authority in this critical engineering domain.