The Changing Nature Of The Workforce: A Qualitative Exploration Across Selected Countries

Abstract

The human factor assumes an increasingly pivotal role in the sustenance of organizational operations. Within this context, this research embarks on an exploration of the intricate interplay between evolving industrial dynamics and the forthcoming landscape of employment conditions and workforce configuration. To elucidate these dynamics, the study leveraged interviews conducted with middle and senior-level managers and human resources experts hailing from select countries meeting specific criteria. The research employed a semi-structured interview method as a qualitative research approach. The study's findings underscore a consensus among participants, signifying an impending transformation in employment and workforce structures, chiefly attributable to the pervasive influence of technology. Although divergent viewpoints emerged regarding the nature of future labor conditions, a prevailing sentiment among participants is the necessity for proactive preparations commencing today to enable adaptation to evolving circumstances and secure a competitive edge in future market dynamics.