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171 | Christopher Mims on Our Interconnected Industrial Ecology

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Navigating the Future of Labor and Automation

This chapter explores the critical role of harbor pilots in navigating container ships into port while addressing the high-stakes risks they face. It also examines the impact of automation on labor dynamics, emphasizing the consequences for worker autonomy and health in modern fulfillment centers. The discussion transitions through historical management principles and their relevance in today's corporate strategies, highlighting the need for a balance between efficiency and employee well-being.

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