Category: Automation Impact on Jobs

Automation is transforming the apparel industry with robotic sewing, AI, and predictive analytics. This shift enhances production efficiency, supports sustainability, and drives mass customisation, enhancing the competitiveness of apparel manufacturers. However, it raises concerns about job displacement and the need for workforce upskilling. Pic: Adobe Stock The apparel industry, once heavily reliant on labour-intensive processes, is experiencing a profound transformation with the advent of automation. From robotic garment assembly to AI-driven predictive analytics, automation is redefining how fashion companies operate, streamlining production, and fostering sustainability. Inspired by lean manufacturing systems like the Toyota Production System (TPS), automation promises to […]

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Throughout history, certain events have fundamentally transformed our world. The Industrial Revolution moved people from farms to cities as industrialisation expanded. The internet granted us access to all human knowledge within devices we carry everywhere. And finally, the pandemic changed how and where we work, accelerating virtual workspaces. Now, we stand at the cusp of perhaps the biggest change since the Industrial Revolution: the societal integration of AI.

AI’s rapid growth and influence are undeniable. Already, AI-driven recommendations account for 80% of content viewed on Netflix and 35% of Amazon’s revenue. Tools like ChatGPT have seen unprecedented usage, reaching 1 […]

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China has unveiled a 98-mile stretch of road constructed entirely by robots, marking a significant step forward in road construction automation. With minimal human involvement, machines performed tasks like laying, compacting, and leveling the asphalt, while workers monitored operations. The project, part of the Beijing-Hong Kong Expressway, demonstrates a faster and reportedly higher-quality process compared to traditional methods. Advanced Technology in Road Building

Three state-owned companies collaborated on the project, using advanced machinery from Sany Group to achieve millimetric precision. The process involved automated vehicles distributing compacted stones and sand, followed by autonomous rollers applying pressure to ensure the […]

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Many who work at Woolworths are facing brutal consequences of a new efficiency framework, including claims of increased risk of serious injury, mental stress and the looming threat of disciplinary action or even loss of employment. Algorithmic management tools aren’t punitive and coercive by accident, but by design Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast

What’s worse than a tyrant boss? That’s easy: it’s a robot tyrant boss.

Or, more specifically, it’s a tyrant boss using algorithmic management tools to track your every move and wanting you to work harder and faster. That’s the […]

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Artificial intelligence is significantly transforming many areas of our daily lives, from its use in health care and environmental sustainability to education, financial planning and governance. Among the many ways AI is likely to impact society, one of the most uncertain is its use in the workplace.

The concerns around AI in the workplace are largely centered on privacy, surveillance, bias in hiring decisions and performance reviews, and the effect of automation. AI technologies can collect employee data, including personal information, communications, browsing history and location data. The more data collected, the greater the risk of a data breach, which […]

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Seyka Verónica Sandoval Cabrera Registered: Abstract This article analyses the empirical relationship between the introduction of automation technology—industrial robots—and the employment and wages of workers in the Mexican automotive industry from 2013 to 2022. Drawing on contemporary debates surrounding automation and technological unemployment, we describe the Mexican labour market’s conditions in the context of trade openness, the technological capabilities of the Mexican automotive industry, and the implementation of industrial robots. We examine this relationship using a random effects panel data model across 14 Mexican states, constructed with values from the Monthly Survey of the […]

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Learn how AI is revolutionising legal work, improving research speed, and increasing law firm profits By Ksenia Stepanova

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Mark Ford, a founder of Ford Sumner Lawyers and Executive Director of the Law Plus collaborative law firm group, has seen the legal profession change dramatically over the course of his career. From the days of faxes and pen-and-paper workflows to today’s cutting-edge AI tools , technology in the legal sector has evolved at an unprecedented pace.However, according to Ford, the real shift is only just beginning. The improved automation and research capabilities of AI technology mean two things – […]

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Portugal has a “unique opportunity” to make a “leap in productivity” and close the gap with the EU and US averages by 2030 using the rapid adoption of automation and artificial intelligence (AI), a McKinsey study released on Monday concluded.

“The adoption of this technology could be a great opportunity for Portugal,” said Duarte Begonha, a partner at McKinsey & Company.

Portugal “has shown productivity levels in its contribution to GDP [Gross Domestic Product] below those of the EU [European Union] and US averages since 2010 (0.6% vs 1.3% EU vs 2.1% US)”, says the study “Future of Work: Automation with […]

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Zebra PG Machine Vision When machine vision in manufacturing emerged decades ago, it seemed science fiction came to life. Despite the power of machines that could “see” and interpret, manufacturers were hesitant to embrace machine vision. A general lack of awareness plus steep investments fueled this hesitancy to leverage machine vision as a solution.

Times have changed. With decades of experience working with machine vision, I’ve witnessed interest soar in manufacturing machine vision solutions along with transformative generational changes. The question used to be “Can it be done?” Now, it’s “How will we do it?” Let’s take a look at […]

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Once viewed as a department primarily driven by human intuition and manual processes, HR now finds itself at the forefront of technological transformation. The intersection of digital tools and people management has led to automation practices that optimize processes, reduce errors and give HR professionals valuable time to focus on strategic initiatives. This shift is changing the way organizations manage their workforce, creating greater efficiency and accuracy across the board. Image by Freepik Trend 1: AI-Powered Talent Acquisition

Thanks to the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into talent acquisition strategies, recruitment is undergoing a radical transformation. At a […]

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