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The contingent effect of job automating technology awareness on perceived job insecurity: Exploring the moderating role of organizational culture

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: This study empirically investigates the contingent effect of STARA (Smart Technology, Artificial Intelligence Robotics and Algorithms) awareness on perceived job insecurity for employees working in industries that are expected to face high degrees of automation. More specifically we empirically investigate the moderating role of learning culture and authoritative culture on the relationship between STARA awareness and job insecurity, among 291 individuals. Our findings show a significant positive relationship between STARA awareness and perceived job insecurity. An authoritarian organizational culture further enhances the effects of STARA awareness on perceived job insecurity. Contrary to expectations, the moderating effect of retraining expectations was not statistically supported.

Source: Technological Forecasting and Social Change

DOI: 10.1016/j.techfore.2020.120302

Authors: Derek N.J. Lingmont, Andreas Alexiou

Institutions: Deloitte (United States), Tilburg University

Language: English

Topic: Employment and Welfare Studies

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,300