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Craig Gent, "Cyberboss: The Rise of Algorithmic Management and the New Struggle for Control at Work" (Verso, 2024)
New Books in Critical Theory
Algorithmic Management and Worker Exploitation
This chapter examines the challenges faced by workers in a rapidly digitizing labor landscape, emphasizing the role of algorithmic management. It critiques traditional labor strategies and highlights the need for a humanist approach to address the issues stemming from technology-mediated work environments. Through personal reflections and research, the chapter uncovers the real-life implications of automation on worker interactions and conditions, particularly in logistics and the gig economy.
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