Organic Design

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The organic form is that which is essential for life. The organic form is both a product of the life process and a contributor to the functioning of life. Considering the organic form as a concept of general semiotics, it can be argued that various academic disciplines, including linguistics and the history of art, can contribute to its study. This article analyzes the principles of organic architecture formulated by C. Alexander as universals of the organic form.

The design of a production system is a challenging activity. Requirements from the market for agile production systems and requirements from employees for more autonomy and responsibility demand a new way of designing production systems. The human element possesses qualifications and creativity that should be used more effectively in the design procedure. In this article, a model of a production system is presented and, based on this model, the design of production systems to involve employees is discussed.