Forecast Report

The Future Of US Jobs, 2032: The Rise Of Human/Machine Teams

While Measurable Job Losses Are Small, Automation Continues To Reshape How Americans Work

March 16th, 2022
J. P. Gownder, Vice President, Principal Analyst
J. P. Gownder Vice President, Principal Analyst
Michael O'Grady, Principal Forecast Analyst
Michael O'Grady Principal Forecast Analyst
With contributors:
James McQuivey, PhD , Craig Le Clair , Anjali Thomke , Rachel Birrell

Summary

Fears that automation will destroy jobs remain commonplace, and they aren’t totally unfounded. But the future of jobs will see a much milder impact from technologies like automation and AI than many observers expect. Instead, technology and human workers will increasingly engage in iterative, interrelated collaborations, forming human/machine teams that drive new levels of quality, productivity, and customer — and employee — experience. Look at the future of jobs as context, and then design a future of jobs strategy for your own company that suits your vertical, business model, and company strategy.

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