Technological Advancements and Organizational Discrimination: The Dual Impact of Industry 5.0 on Migrant Workers

This study explores the impact of Industry 5.0 on discriminatory behaviors toward migrant employees within organizations. Through semi-structured qualitative interviews with 15 migrant workers in the UK, this research identifies key challenges faced by migrant employees amidst the integration of adv...

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Main Authors: Erhan Aydin, Mushfiqur Rahman, Cagri Bulut, Roberto Biloslavo
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Published: MDPI AG 2024-09-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3387/14/10/240
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description This study explores the impact of Industry 5.0 on discriminatory behaviors toward migrant employees within organizations. Through semi-structured qualitative interviews with 15 migrant workers in the UK, this research identifies key challenges faced by migrant employees amidst the integration of advanced technologies like AI and robotics in HRM systems. Thematic analysis reveals that while Industry 5.0 has the potential to mitigate human biases, it can also perpetuate existing prejudices if not managed effectively. This study highlights two main themes: the experiences of discrimination and challenges in the context of Industry 5.0, and the role of technology in HRM systems. The findings indicate that automated HR systems can both reduce and increase biases, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices and targeted support programs to help migrant workers adapt to a technologically advanced labor market. This research contributes to the literature by providing insights into the duality of technological advancements in reducing and reinforcing workplace discrimination.
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spelling doaj-art-64dea71f1f2c40ddbdad6964ffd02a072025-08-20T02:10:57ZengMDPI AGAdministrative Sciences2076-33872024-09-01141024010.3390/admsci14100240Technological Advancements and Organizational Discrimination: The Dual Impact of Industry 5.0 on Migrant WorkersErhan Aydin0Mushfiqur Rahman1Cagri Bulut2Roberto Biloslavo3Liverpool Business School, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool L3 5UG, UKHuman Resource and Business Management, University of Wales Trinity Saint David London Campus, London E14 4HA, UKEuro-Mediterranean University EMUNI, 6000 Koper, SloveniaFaculty of Management, University of Primorska, 6000 Koper, SloveniaThis study explores the impact of Industry 5.0 on discriminatory behaviors toward migrant employees within organizations. Through semi-structured qualitative interviews with 15 migrant workers in the UK, this research identifies key challenges faced by migrant employees amidst the integration of advanced technologies like AI and robotics in HRM systems. Thematic analysis reveals that while Industry 5.0 has the potential to mitigate human biases, it can also perpetuate existing prejudices if not managed effectively. This study highlights two main themes: the experiences of discrimination and challenges in the context of Industry 5.0, and the role of technology in HRM systems. The findings indicate that automated HR systems can both reduce and increase biases, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices and targeted support programs to help migrant workers adapt to a technologically advanced labor market. This research contributes to the literature by providing insights into the duality of technological advancements in reducing and reinforcing workplace discrimination.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3387/14/10/240Industry 5.0migrant workersorganizational discriminationhuman resource managementtechnological advancements
spellingShingle Erhan Aydin
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migrant workers
organizational discrimination
human resource management
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title Technological Advancements and Organizational Discrimination: The Dual Impact of Industry 5.0 on Migrant Workers
title_full Technological Advancements and Organizational Discrimination: The Dual Impact of Industry 5.0 on Migrant Workers
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title_short Technological Advancements and Organizational Discrimination: The Dual Impact of Industry 5.0 on Migrant Workers
title_sort technological advancements and organizational discrimination the dual impact of industry 5 0 on migrant workers
topic Industry 5.0
migrant workers
organizational discrimination
human resource management
technological advancements
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