discuss Can jobs be replaced by technology?

[Unvarnished]

I want to discuss a question which has occupied my recent thoughts about the potential for technological systems to replace human workers. Technologies have begun replacing human workers through the robotic systems in factories, hospitals and restaurants.

Although the technological developments ate exciting but it cause me concern about the future of human workers. Is machine automation going to substitute all human workers?

 

[ActionAce]

Yes, the job landscape is set for technological changes but I still believe that humans will continue to fill their respective roles. Only repetitive jobs will suit machines best.

Though they continuously struggle to demonstrate human abilities for creativity, the demand for human work cannot be substituted by machines like in teaching and counseling, artistic roles and some other similar jobs will remain.

 

[Reelz]

It's high time to begin teaching workers advanced skills to work alongside technological systems instead of fighting against them.

People need to establish educational initiatives that teach them the necessary skills for working with artificial intelligence and related modern technologies. Through proper training, workers will then be able to adjust their skills to fulfill the needs of automated work environments.

 

[NatureFreak]

Let's face it, technology has resulted in some workers losing their jobs. For example, during movie production, you have an helicopter and a cameraman shooting from from above. But with the invention of drones, those people practically lost their jobs.
That said, it doesn't mean that technology will completely take over the job sector from humans.

 

[Harsh World]

For example, during movie production, you have an helicopter and a cameraman shooting from from above. But with the invention of drones, those people practically lost their jobs.

Having said that, you have to realize that 2 jobs lost were also probably 2 jobs gained. Someone has to operate the drone and someone else may have to inventory the extra supplies for accountability.

Arguably, it created 2 new jobs and still allowed 2 others who lost their jobs to get jobs created elsewhere, as a pilot is always in need and a cameraman can always shoot something else.

 

[Ja sa bong]

Technology is meant to enhance and make jobs to be carried out more effectively and efficiently. This is why improving on your skills in order to keep being relevant when new technology and AI are introduced to job is very important. It's going make it difficult for you to be dispensable.

 

[Harsh World]

Technology is meant to enhance and make jobs to be carried out more effectively and efficiently. This is why improving on your skills in order to keep being relevant when new technology and AI are introduced to job is very important. It's going make it difficult for you to be dispensable.

As a farmer, for instance, you could have 1000 robots go out there and plant corn. Your farming job? Easier.

But, those robots need maintenance. So, you'll need to clean them, swap out parts, make sure hydraulics are working, etc. So, it'd be a new era of farming, where you focus on food and the technology to produce it.

 

[NatureFreak]

Having said that, you have to realize that 2 jobs lost were also probably 2 jobs gained. Someone has to operate the drone and someone else may have to inventory the extra supplies for accountability.

Arguably, it created 2 new jobs and still allowed 2 others who lost their jobs to get jobs created elsewhere, as a pilot is always in need and a cameraman can always shoot something else.

Oh wow, I didn't think of it that way. Indeed a drone needs an operator, so maybe there's not a complete lack of job afterall.
I believe the main point as humans is that we need to adapt to changing circumstances when it comes to technology.

 

[Yama]

A lot of jobs can be replaced by technology but a new technology can also create a lot of new jobs. We need to upskill ourselves so that we are fit for the new jobs created by the technology.

 

[Ja sa bong]

As a farmer, for instance, you could have 1000 robots go out there and plant corn. Your farming job? Easier.

But, those robots need maintenance. So, you'll need to clean them, swap out parts, make sure hydraulics are working, etc. So, it'd be a new era of farming, where you focus on food and the technology to produce it.

Hypothetically, In a situation where you needed 1000 robots to do that job in your farm, if you're using human labor only, you might be working with more than 2000 personels for the same job.

This is where the use of technology comes good for a farmer who incorporated it into his business. Those robots will need to be maintained but you're not going to need 1000 persons to do it.

 

[Heatman]

We can't get rid of technology today no matter how much we try because the world have changed so much and depend on the use of technology it's now part and parcel of everything we do. This makes it possible for some of the human jobs to be replaced by technology.

 

[kortoleee]

This topic is controversial and debated, but I would like to say that in the short and medium term, no, but this could happen in the long term, in addition to the increased interest of countries, businessmen, and institutions in this talk because it will save them a lot of money.

 

[Zani]

Most jobs are going to be replaced by technology. It is going to take time, but as we can see, it is already happening. What we can do is watch how everything will keep evolving.

 

[Shortie]

Looking at most stores now, you will see that technology is doing much of the work that most have been doing for many years. We see many self-service areas where you can scan and pay for your goods without relying on a store worker unless someone needs their help. It is the same in fast food restaurants now, you can use a screen to order your food and pay, meaning that workers only do that if people wish to pay using cash.

Over the years, technology will take over more in specific jobs.

 

[Zani]

Looking at most stores now, you will see that technology is doing much of the work that most have been doing for many years. We see many self-service areas where you can scan and pay for your goods without relying on a store worker unless someone needs their help. It is the same in fast food restaurants now, you can use a screen to order your food and pay, meaning that workers only do that if people wish to pay using cash.

Over the years, technology will take over more in specific jobs.

I am envisaging that it is going to reach the point where there will be very few jobs for humans to do. I dread such a day because lots of family will suffer the consequences .

 

[Fidelia1]

Technological advancements have enhanced jobs and diminished the need for humans in some spheres of jobs. Look at the banking sector, there is no need for much cashiers and tellers any longer because of electronic payment systems.

 

[Cpvr]

I am envisaging that it is going to reach the point where there will be very few jobs for humans to do. I dread such a day because lots of family will suffer the consequences .

I think this won't happen for at least 10-20 more years as the robots aren't that advanced just yet. The costs are way too high for companies to really replace humans with them. I dread the day as well, but I don't see it happening that quick.