Jerson Marc M.

Mabagos BSCpE-4B CpE 403

Title: The Impact of Automation on Employment: A Study of the Manufacturing Industry

Rationale

The rationale for conducting a study on the impact of automation on employment in the

manufacturing industry is threefold. First, the manufacturing industry has been at the forefront of

the adoption of automation technologies, with many companies replacing human labor with

machines in an effort to increase efficiency and reduce costs. As a result, there has been a

significant decline in employment in the manufacturing sector over the past several decades.

Understanding the impact of this trend on workers and the economy is critical for policy makers

and stakeholders to address the potential negative consequences of automation.

Second, the manufacturing industry is a major contributor to economic growth and

development, and automation has the potential to significantly alter the industry's trajectory.

Examining the impact of automation on employment in the manufacturing sector can provide

valuable insights into the potential consequences of automation for other industries and the

economy as a whole.

Third, automation is a complex and multifaceted issue that touches on a range of social,

economic, and political issues. By focusing on the manufacturing industry, this study can provide

a detailed and nuanced analysis of the impact of automation on employment, as well as the

potential implications for workers, businesses, and society as a whole.

Main Objective

To examine the impact of automation on workers in the manufacturing industry,

including changes in job security, wages, and working conditions.

Specific Objectives

1. To analyze the impact of automation on employment in the manufacturing industry,

including the number of jobs lost or gained as a result of automation and the types of

jobs that have been most affected.

2. To evaluate the potential consequences of automation for the broader economy,

including the impact on economic growth and development, as well as the

distribution of wealth and income.

3. To examine the extent to which automation has been adopted in the manufacturing

industry and the trends in the adoption of automation over time.

Scope and Delimitation

The scope of this study is focused on the impact of automation on employment in the

manufacturing industry. The study will specifically examine how the increased use of

automation in the manufacturing industry has affected the employment of people in this field.

The delimitations of this study include only considering the manufacturing industry and

only focusing on the impact on employment. The study will not consider other potential impacts

of automation, such as its effect on product quality or cost. Additionally, the study will not

examine the impact of automation on employment in other industries. The time frame for this

study will be from the introduction of automation in the manufacturing industry until the present

day.
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