Assistance systems are making their way into mobile crane construction. Manufacturers are increasingly integrating automated operator support into their equipment, while Spierings is taking a more cautious approach with its mobile tower slewing cranes. The new technologies are intended to increase efficiency on construction sites, but at the same time they are sparking discussions about the future of traditional crane operator jobs. The industry is thus facing the question: How much automation makes crane operations more economical without displacing the human factor?