Will AI Eliminate Service Jobs Similar to How Globalization Affected Mfg. Jobs?
- Joe Carson
- 10 hours ago
- 1 min read
Digital workers might soon replace a significant portion of the labor force, but there are other factors to consider before assuming the economy will thrive as a result. Consider how globalization hollowed manufacturing workforce and the consequences for numerous communities. The potential job losses in the service sector from digital workers could be multiples of globalization.
Digital workers do not contribute to taxes, buy food, purchase vehicles, travel, or engage in other activities typical of a working person. AI will undoubtedly bring numerous benefits, yet the transition will involve significant costs.