Types of globalization

1. Economic globalization

Economic globalization integrates several liberal, conservative and hybrid economies into
one giant interconnected marketplace. Constantly influencing each other, these markets are
somewhat interdependent than independent. Economic globalization can be seen via how a
bubble, a boom, or a recession in the USA influences people's jobs in Europe and Asia. It can
also be seen in the performance of stock markets in one country fluctuating based on
financial news in another country.

Globalization of the economy also means that markets have lesser regulations. This enables
companies to trade freely and set up infrastructure in another.

Another example of this type of globalization is the movement of manufacturing to

underdeveloped and developing countries. Globalization reduced barriers to setting up
factories and industries in another country. Employers began taking advantage of cheaper
labor with specialized skills.

Although with weakened borders, it is still difficult for companies to set up entities in other
countries. Here is where global employment solutions like Multiplier ease the expansion
process.

Using our SaaS-based solution, employers can reap the benefits of globalization by
expanding into any of the 150+ local entities Multiplier is present.

‍Benefits of economic globalization

 Employees in developing countries have more opportunities

 Increased per capita consumption
 Better products at lower prices
 Increased income
 More options for unskilled workers

2. Social globalization

Social globalization is the integration of societies of the world.

Before globalization, people were highly regionalistic. Several cultures existed, giving way to
tribes, clans, and petty kingdoms. The effects of a good or bad economy, technology, and
pandemics were limited to the societies these trends emerged from.

However, in a globalized world, this is not the case. The pandemic itself is a depraved but
significant example of how interconnected our society is. A contagion from one country has
spread, mutated, and wreaked havoc to several societies of the world.

One bright yet candid example is long-distance relationships and pen-friends. Thanks to
social networks, we can connect with like-minded people worldwide. Even the like-
mindedness of people from two different hemispheres is thanks to globalization which led to
the transfusion of ideas.

‍Benefits of social globalization

 Increased exposure to more cultures and lifestyles

 Building diverse human resource pools
 Unionization of employees
 Starts a dialogue for various international problems

3. Political globalization

Political globalization refers to the ripple effects and continuity of political relationships
between countries. Setting up international organizations such as the UN, NATO, WTO,
which debates and regulate international politics and trade, is also an example of this type of
globalization.

Globalization also paved the way for international laws and clauses that secure the rights and
interests of smaller nations. Modern globalization is primarily driven by business. Thus, less
powerful countries with rich natural resources often run into devious companies with vested
interests. Therefore, international organizations protect these countries.

‍Benefits of political globalization

 Creation of the single society

 Formation of international organizations
  Healthy competition between nations for socio-economic growth
 A collective effort towards common problems
 Decentralization of the nation-state

4. Technological globalization

The spread of technology has put globalization on auto-pilot. Technology influenced

business, marketing, talent acquisition, supply chain, data management.

Technology has acted as both the cause and an effect of globalization. Technologies such as
the internet, cloud computing, high-speed mobility have accelerated globalization. However,
this type of globalization can be seen as a side-effect. Thanks to increased economic and
political globalization, knowledge transfer happened faster. The cost of acquiring resources to
research new technologies decreased due to economic globalization.

5. ‍Benefits of technological globalization

 Growth of tech-based startups and small business

 International and local mobile banking
 Automation
 Increased income
 More opportunities for unskilled workers

6. Environmental globalization

Environmental globalization is simply the consequence of all the after-effects of other types
of globalization.

Undoubtedly, the tide of development emanates from globalization pollutes the environment.
Globalization increases our per capita consumption. This puts a lot of pressure on natural
resources, which badly affects the ecological cycle.

Although industrialization is part of globalization, harmful chemicals have been thrown into
the environment, affecting the climate dangerously.

Countries worldwide have come to sign climate accords like the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris
Climate Agreement to invest in lowering its carbon emissions.
Challenges with different types of Globalization

1. economic globalization

Job losses in developed markets: Economic globalization has led to the development of
manufacturing hubs worldwide. This has shifted manufacturing jobs from the first world to
developing nations. Thus several countries face a glaring employment gap for their unskilled
workers.

More power to businesses to influence governments: Globalization has made companies

more powerful. Their increased capital can affect people, thus swaying public opinions.

Increases exploitation of workers: Although globalization has created jobs in developing

countries, it hasn’t happened without ill effects. Many sweatshops and mines employ workers
for highly disrespectful wages. Countries in Africa are victims of economic globalization.

Encourage brash consumerism: Increased per capita consumption in developed countries

has pressured manufacturers. Globalization has led to higher income and a boom in
production. Accompanied by increased consumer spending has led to the growth of different
markets.,

2. social globalization

Lack of localization: As societies and cultures merge, the distinction between cultures
becomes blurred.

Increased homogenization of cultures: As the world becomes one massive society, cultures
will become less distinct. The increased influence of Hollywood movies is already
westernizing cultures in modernization.

More prone to contagious diseases: Bitter experiences of the pandemic shall leave a lasting
impression on the generation. However, it will hurt us badly if we throw caution to the wind
for future pandemics. Social globalization has already paved railroads for pandemics to
proliferate incredibly.

3. political globalization
Softening of national boundaries: Political globalization has made mobility easier.
However, this phenomenon has occurred to satiate business interests.

Politics and business are getting intertwined: Most companies try to influence the political
parties in the country. These countries need not necessarily be home-grown businesses. This
allows foreign interests to sway the political wind according to their desire.

4. technological globalization

Increased inequality and digital divide: Although globalization has put a communication
device in many people's hands, technological disparities and the digital divide are still
rampant. This has led to unequal access to opportunities.

Job loss for unskilled workers: Skilled workers and white-collar jobs are mostly safe from
globalization. However, manual labor often faces the threat of globalization.

Increase in fake news: Social media has led to rampant propaganda and fake news. Thai
phenomenon affects not only local audiences but also global audiences.

Increased consumer spending on impulsive purchases: E-wallets and faster shipping

prompt people to make impulsive purchases.