In The Age Of The Smart Machine : The Future Of... (2024)

: Zuboff suggests the traditional "division of labor" is being superseded by a "division of learning". In this model, "being productive" becomes synonymous with learning, and authority shifts toward those who can synthesize and act on complex information. Where to Find the Book

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: While "automating" replaces human labor with technology for continuity and control, "informating" simultaneously generates information about the work process itself. This creates a deeper level of transparency, making operations visible and knowable in new ways. : Zuboff suggests the traditional "division of labor"

: Zuboff warns of a monitored office environment similar to Jeremy Bentham's "Panopticon" prison. In this scenario, technology is used for permanent visibility, ensuring the automatic functioning of power through constant electronic monitoring. : While "automating" replaces human labor with technology