human-operated system
/hjuːmən ˌɒpəˈreɪtɪd ˈsɪstəm/ · hu·man·op·er·at·ed·sys·tem
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- A system that relies on human intervention, control, or decision-making for its operation or functionality. The human-operated system for monitoring the weather relies on a team of meteorologists to interpret data and make predictions.
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- A system that is designed to be controlled or operated by humans, often in contrast to automated or autonomous systems. The human-operated system for managing the company's finances requires a team of accountants to review and approve transactions.
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Did you know? The concept of human-operated systems has been around for centuries, with early examples including manual control systems for ships and manual calculation systems for astronomical observations.