Future of Work: The Emerging Gig Economy
| Main Authors: | Mehta, Balwant Singh, Kumar, Arjun |
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| Format: | Article info application/pdf Journal |
| Bahasa: | eng |
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Impact and Policy Research Institute (IMPRI), New Delhi
, 2020
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https://ojs.indrastra.com/index.php/jdpr/article/view/363 https://ojs.indrastra.com/index.php/jdpr/article/view/363/282 |
Daftar Isi:
- Rapid technological advancement around the world has ushered in the era of ‘the future of work’ also known as ‘industry 4.0’ leading to an increase in the number of gig economy workers. However, with the paralyzing spread of COVID-19, the nature of ‘future of work’ in the future cannot be comprehended. The pandemic has pushed people indoors and necessitated remote working. Heavy dependence on internet connectivity and recognition of gig work has increased manifolds, so much so that it is begun to be counted as essential services. Web-based working models like Zoom and Google Meet are being considered as the backbone on which work from home during lockdowns are being sustained. This is in tune with the gig economy where significant and permanent changes in the way work are done or supervised. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.4112906