Reshaping the Workforce: The Impact of AI, Automation, and Robotics on Labor Markets
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Robotics, Labor market, Workforce, JobAbstract
The triad of artificial intelligence (AI), automation and robotics is considered both a threat and a strategic cutting- edge tool across all societies. However, this paper explores how artificial intelligence, automation, and robotics are reshaping labor markets by examining whether they primarily displace workers or transform job roles and skills. The paper is guided by three research questions, and a qualitative approach is adopted. Grounded in Automation Theory, Human Capital Theory, and an adaptation of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, the research argues that labor market outcomes are shaped not by technology itself, but by organizational strategies and policy choices. The study further highlights the critical importance of ethical AI integration, workforce reskilling, and human-centered innovation. It offers a framework for scholars, managers, and policymakers to navigate the evolving future of work by centering human development alongside technological advancement. In conclusion, that the triad of AI, automation and robotics is significantly reshaping labour markets is incontestable. It is therefore recommended that organizations and institutions continue to adopt and adapt AI to add value to work processes.
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