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Understanding how different objects reinforce each other may help ergonomists to better act during the design process.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This article introduces the concept of Intermediary Objects System (IOS), defined as sets of representations employed by ergonomists across different stages of the design process.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Two case studies were analyzed: the design of biotechnology laboratories and an onshore collaborative center. In both cases, ergonomists used different sets of intermediary objects such as modified blueprints and scale models, complemented by additional tools, to stimulate discussions on work activity, engage users, and preserve project memory.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Findings show that intermediary objects not only facilitated debates on work and collaborative problem-solving but also reinforced each other, creating a cumulative process of knowledge construction. This synergy allowed researchers to connect design decisions directly to work activity.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The concept of Intermediary Objects System (IOS) broadens the understanding of intermediary objects in ergonomics and highlights their value in participatory design. 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