Human-Technology Partnerships at Work - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1009348183 ISBN 13: 9781009348188

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2025

Synopsis

Discover how technology is revolutionizing the world of work across diverse industries in this essential text. As AI, automation, and digital platforms reshape fields like healthcare, hospitality, law enforcement, and the skilled trades, this book describes the emerging demands and skills workers need to thrive. Each chapter spotlights a different sector, uncovering how job roles are changing, what new training looks like, and the social and economic impacts of these shifts. By exploring both the opportunities and challenges of these technological transformations, this book offers an insightful perspective for professionals, educators, and anyone curious about the future of work. Perfect for readers seeking a comprehensive view of how technology is redefining careers and the labor market, it's a must-read for staying ahead in an ever-evolving workplace.

About this title

About the Author

Tara S. Behrend is the John R Butler II Professor of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University. She directs the Workplaces and Virtual Environments Lab and the Future of Work Initiative at MSU. She is a Fellow and Past-President of the Society for Industrial-Organizational Psychology.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1009348183
• ISBN 13: 9781009348188
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 396
• Editor: Behrend Tara S.