Too much AI, robots and trackers in the workplace is not a good thing, study finds

Technological innovation in the workplace, especially the widespread use of new technologies such as artificial intelligence, robots and trackers, has triggered deep thinking about the quality of life. As more and more jobs are replaced by automation and surveillance devices become more popular, people are beginning to worry about whether these technologies really help improve the quality of life or have a negative impact on society.

According to Goldman Sachs economists, by 2030, 300 million jobs around the world will be replaced by automation. This data is thought-provoking because the advancement of automation will inevitably lead to a large number of unemployment problems. The disappearance of jobs will exacerbate social inequality, causing more people to fall into poverty and unemployment, thereby reducing the overall quality of life.

At the same time, new technologies such as trackers, robots and AI-based software in the workplace have also had a negative impact on the quality of life of employees. According to research by the Work Institute think tank, these new technologies tend to lead to lower health and well-being of employees compared to information and communication technologies. This may be due to the fact that these technologies increase job uncertainty, intensify workloads, and deprive employees of autonomy.

For example, trackers and monitoring devices may increase employees' work stress and insecurity because their work behavior is constantly monitored, and the use of robots may cause employees to feel that their work is no longer valued. In addition, with the development of technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, more jobs will be automated, which will further increase employees' concerns and insecurity.

The application of new technologies such as artificial intelligence, robots and trackers in the workplace will affect the quality of life of employees to a certain extent, but this does not mean that we should stop the development of technology. On the contrary, we should respond to the development of technology with a prudent attitude, balance the pros and cons of technology, and promote the harmonious development of science and technology and human society.

First of all, I think we need to pay attention to the supervision and regulation of technology development to ensure that its application respects the rights and dignity of employees. Technologies such as monitoring devices and trackers should be used legally and in compliance with regulations to avoid infringing on employees' privacy rights. At the same time, the government and enterprises should take measures to ensure that the application of technology does not lead to the disappearance of a large number of jobs, but provides employees with more development opportunities and training programs to adapt to the work needs of the new era.

Secondly, we also need to pay attention to the mental health issues brought about by technology. Employees may feel that they have lost the importance and meaning of their work due to the popularity of automation technology and robots, and thus fall into psychological difficulties. Therefore, in addition to providing skills training, companies should also pay attention to the mental health of employees and provide necessary support and help to cope with work stress and anxiety.

Finally, we should also recognize the opportunities brought by technological development. The application of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics can not only improve production efficiency, but also create new jobs and industrial development. We should actively explore the potential of these new technologies to promote scientific and technological innovation and economic growth while protecting the well-being and quality of life of employees.