Nathalie Cadieux

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Dr. Nathalie Cadieux is a leading voice at the intersection of human resource management and advanced manufacturing technologies, with a particular focus on the human dimensions of collaborative robotics. Her most-cited work, the 2020 paper "Human-Machine Interaction and Human Resource Management Perspective for Collaborative Robotics Implementation and Adoption" (55 citations), provides a critical framework for understanding how organizations can successfully integrate human-robot collaboration (HRC) into the workplace. Rather than focusing solely on technical specifications, Cadieux explores the essential HRM strategies—including training, job redesign, and change management—required to ensure that workers can transition from repetitive, physically demanding tasks to more value-added roles alongside robotic counterparts. Her research underscores that the true potential of Industry 4.0 lies not in replacing humans, but in fostering sustainable, productive partnerships between people and machines. By bridging the gap between engineering and organizational behavior, Cadieux has established herself as a key scholar in the socio-technical aspects of automation, offering actionable insights for managers and policymakers navigating the future of work.