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Technology and Labor Demand

The introduction of new technology can significantly affect the demand for labor in a company. When productivity per worker increases, as is the case with HZ Rad's unskilled labor following technological advancements, the marginal revenue product rises, leading to a higher demand for workers. This concept is crucial in understanding how technological progress can influence hiring decisions and wages within a perfectly competitive labor market.

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The impact of technology on labor demand is significant and multifaceted. As technology advances, it reshapes the job market by automating tasks, which can lead to job displacement in certain sectors. However, it also creates new opportunities in emerging fields, requiring workers to adapt by acquir...

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Key Terms

Automation
The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention.

Example: Robots in manufacturing lines automate assembly processes.

Job Displacement
When workers lose their jobs due to changes in the economy or technology.

Example: Factory workers losing jobs to automated machines.

Skill Shift
Changes in the types of skills that are in demand in the job market.

Example: Increased demand for digital skills in various industries.

Gig Economy
A labor market characterized by short-term contracts or freelance work.

Example: Rideshare drivers working on a per-ride basis.

Reskilling
Training workers to learn new skills for different jobs.

Example: Workers learning coding to transition from manufacturing jobs.

Upskilling
Training workers to enhance their existing skills.

Example: Employees taking advanced courses in data analysis.

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Focuses on how organizations adapt to digital technologies.
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Key Concepts

AutomationJob DisplacementSkill ShiftEconomic Growth