Artificial Intelligence, Automation and the Future of Competence at Work

Artificial intelligence and autonomous robots will render certain jobs and competences obsolete, but will also create new roles that require new sets of skills. This book offers a holistic perspective on the future of work in the context of industry 4.0, arguing that there are four categories of competences required to maintain the relevance of human skills and expertise in the innovation economy. It provides a positive outlook for human actors seeking continued relevance and appeals to scholars and students of the innovation economy, the knowledge society, and the coming Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The advent of artificial intelligence and autonomous robots heralds a transformative era in the workplace, ushering in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. While certain jobs and competencies will become obsolete, it will also create new roles that require entirely new skill sets. This shift will not only impact the way we work but also how we produce, distribute, and consume goods and services. Moreover, it will alter our cognitive processes and redefine our understanding of evolutionary processes.

In this comprehensive book, we explore the future of work in the context of Industry 4.0. We delve into the globalization of capital markets, the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing organizational competitiveness, and the evolving role of leadership in this technological landscape. The author argues that there are four categories of competences that will be crucial for maintaining the relevance of human skills and expertise in the innovation economy. These include general competences that encompass the 4Cs of communication, creativity, collaboration, and change. Specific or STEM competences will be required across the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics sectors. Human competences, such as social, emotional, leadership, and cultural skills, will be in high demand for positions that require the SELC framework. Critical or REVE competences, which emphasize reflection, ethics, values, and environmental sustainability, will be essential for roles that embrace these values.

This book offers a human-centric perspective on the current technological advancements of artificial intelligence and robotics. It presents a positive outlook for human actors seeking to remain relevant in an ever-changing world. It will appeal to scholars and students of the innovation economy, the knowledge society, and the upcoming Fourth Industrial Revolution. By understanding the evolving nature of work and the skills required to thrive in this new era, we can prepare ourselves for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367640477