26/07/2024
Eurofound report explores the impact of robotic technologies at EU workplaces
The ‘Human–robot interaction: What changes in the workplace?’ research report analyses the impact of advanced robotic systems and applications at EU workplaces. This includes the interaction between workers and robots, changes in business models, tasks, working conditions, as well as occupational safety and health (OSH).
Key messages highlight the increasing number of robots per company, and how their use to improve productivity might be a missed opportunity for a more meaningful human–robot collaboration. It also outlines robots are not causing widespread job losses, and how automation can result in productivity growth, leading to the creation of good-quality jobs.
Visit the ‘Automation of tasks’ priority area of our current Healthy Workplaces campaign
Read our articles on integrating AI at work and on the benefits from task automation