Changes in the world of work : On the effects of digitalisation and demographic change for low-skilled workers

Abstract

"In preparation for the Annual Report 2016/2017 of the German Council of Economic Experts, the IAB was asked for its expertise on future shifts in the world of work resulting from the economic and social changes caused by digitalisation and demographic development. In Autumn 2016, the IAB commented on the related challenges and the need for action for employees at the lower end of the qualification scale. In doing so, the IAB elaborated on the effects of digitalisation and demographic development on the demand for labour; on the potential for substitution by means of digitalisation and its regional variations; on possible improvements in employment conditions, additional qualification and further training requirements; as well as on the importance of advisory and placement services. Its findings are presented in summary in this current statement." (Author's abstract, IAB-Doku) ((en))

Cite article

Matthes, B. & Weber, E. (2017): Veränderungen der Arbeitswelt. Zu den Auswirkungen der Digitalisierung und des demografischen Wandels für Geringqualifizierte. (IAB-Stellungnahme 01/2017), Nürnberg, 8 p.