Automation Does Not Lead to Unemployment
Approximately 40% of employees worry “about losing their jobs due to automation.” Workers fear that technological inventions, such as self-ordering kiosks and contactless ordering systems, will replace them. Though unemployment is a valid concern, it is a misconception commonly associated with automation. The implementation of technology in businesses does not substitute employees, it compliments them. Automation works with, not instead of, employees to ensure responsibilities and tasks are effectively and quickly completed. The innovative technology also positively impacts workers because it leads to the development of new jobs. What is Automation? Automation refers to the process of using technology and machines, rather than … Read more