David J. Barlow
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David J. Barlow’s research centers on occupational health psychology, with a particular focus on the impact of workplace automation on employee well-being. His most-cited work, a 2012 study examining the introduction of an automated dispensing system in a Welsh NHS hospital pharmacy, stands as a landmark contribution to understanding how technological change reshapes staff stress dynamics. By administering pre- and post-implementation stressor questionnaires to 45 pharmacy staff, Barlow provided rare empirical evidence that automation can paradoxically both alleviate and introduce new workplace pressures. This study, which has garnered 37 citations, remains a foundational reference for researchers exploring the human side of healthcare digitization. Barlow’s work is notable for its practical relevance, directly informing hospital management strategies for supporting staff through technological transitions. His research bridges industrial-organizational psychology and healthcare systems, offering actionable insights for reducing occupational stress in an increasingly automated world. For students and researchers, Barlow’s scholarship exemplifies how rigorous field studies can illuminate the complex interplay between technology and worker experience.
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- 1The impact of automation on pharmacy staff experience of workplace stressors37 citations · 2012