What Coronavirus Means for Automation and the Future of Jobs

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What Coronavirus Means for Automation and the Future of Jobs

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1. The global business landscape has changed significantly over the past year due to the impact of the pandemic, politics, and cultural awareness.

Determine 2 significant changes for the future of the American economic system in the context of globalization.

Explain why these changes are important considerations for someone starting a new business in the near future.

2. Our economy operates within a world where automation (use of robots/software to improve efficiency) is increasing at a significant rate and impacting the look of today’s workforce.

Determine 2 ways how automation is changing the needs of employers.

Explain the type of employee that employers need to hire for their business to remain relevant in the future.