The Changing Landscape of Workplace and Workforce

This book represents a collaborative effort by a multinational group of scholars aiming to contribute to the evolving discourse on the nature of work and the workplace in the 21st century. Its chapters offer a blend of literature reviews, theoretical insights, and empirical findings drawn from diverse national contexts. Employing a range of research methods including case studies, interviews, surv...

This book represents a collaborative effort by a multinational group of scholars aiming to contribute to the evolving discourse on the nature of work and the workplace in the 21st century. Its chapters offer a blend of literature reviews, theoretical insights, and empirical findings drawn from diverse national contexts. Employing a range of research methods including case studies, interviews, surveys, and literature reviews, the book provides a comprehensive exploration of the changing landscape of the workplace and workforce. The initial section of the book looks into the characteristics and impacts of Industry 4.0, with a particular focus on the ramifications of artificial intelligence and other technological advancements. It offers actionable recommendations for policymakers, organizations, and researchers to navigate the associated challenges and leverage the opportunities presented. The subsequent section shifts its attention to the transformative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the workforce, with a spotlight on remote work and alternative work arrangements both during and after the pandemic. This section examines the nuanced benefits and challenges inherent in such arrangements and offers strategies for organizations to optimize their implementation for enhanced effectiveness and efficiency. The final section of the book is dedicated to exploring the interconnected issues of diversity and immigration, which have emerged as significant global concerns. It underscores the importance of managerial and human resource practices in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within organizations. Additionally, this section addresses the escalating trend of brain drain from developing countries and proposes policy interventions aimed at retaining skilled workers and mitigating the associated challenges.

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