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“The history of work has been, in part, the history of the worker's body. Production depended on what the body could accomplish with strength and skill. Techniques that improve output have been driven by a general desire to decrease the pain of labor as well as by employers' intentions to escape dependency upon that knowledge which only the sentient laboring body could provide.”

Quote by Shoshana Zuboff

Book:In the Age of the Smart Machine: The Future of Work and Power

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In the Age of the Smart Machine: The Future of Work and Power

This book delves into the transformative effects of smart machines and advanced technology on employment and societal power structures. It examines how automation and artificial intelligence are reshaping the traditional work environment and influencing the distribution of power and influence. more

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Shoshana Zuboff

Shoshana Zuboff is a distinguished academic and author, recognized for her contributions to the fields of information technology and business ethics. Born in 1951, she has been a professor at Harvard Business School and has consulted for numerous organizations, providing insights on digital transformation and its societal impact. more

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