Intelligent workflow-analysis

Short description

In workflow analysis workflows are evaluated for their efficiency. The intelligent workflow analysis performs this evaluation automatically and in real time. It can be used as a basis for individually tailored assistance functions. If the system detects deviations from the optimal workflow, it automatically adapts to the new situation.

The basis for the intelligent workflow analysis is the sensorial recording of the working environment and the actors present there. Using methods of artificial intelligence, such as markov decision-processes, the recorded workflow is optimized with regard to defined target criteria. Depending on the application, different assistance functions are provided, such as the suggestion of a next work step. In this case, a recalculation of the optimal route to the destination is performed after each work step, similar to a navigation system.

Fields of application

We contribute our expertise to support the decision-making process in two domains: In civil security, such as in the EU FastPass project for optimized, privacy-compliant passport control at airports, and in digital health. Two application areas in which intelligent workflow analyses are particularly helpful.

 

KonsensOP

KonsensOP is designed to detect stressful situations in the operating room. The assistance system records information on position, posture and gestures  in the operating room. Information is provided without disturbing the motion sequences. 

VALDERRAMA

This research project will improve the understanding of how AI algorithms can be used in larger systems in a trustworthy manner across different application domains.

 

FastPass

The EU FastPass project developed intelligent workflow analyses for more efficient passport control at airports while maintaining data protection.