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By applying automation, a large number of workers can be replaced, especially in low-skills or repetitive occupations and jobs. Photo: Hai Nguyen
By applying automation, a large number of workers can be replaced, especially in low-skills or repetitive occupations and jobs. Photo: Hai Nguyen

By 2023, 50% of current jobs can be automated

Quỳnh Chi (báo lao động) 22/12/2025 09:47 (GMT+7)

According to McKinsey Institute, by 2030, the impact of automation on the global workforce could see 50% of current jobs automated.

Anphabe Company cited a report from the McKinsey Institute (under McKinsey & Company - a global management consulting firm) providing a clear view of the potential and impact of automation on the global workforce by 2030. Accordingly, 50% of current work will be automated

Positive points

Increase productivity: Automation can help reduce the time for repetitive tasks, allowing people to focus on more creative and strategic tasks.

Create new opportunities: The development of technology will open up new industries, especially in the fields of high technology, artificial intelligence and data science.

Adaptation: Those who are willing to learn and improve their skills will have better opportunities in the future labor market.

Negative points

Risk of job loss: A large number of workers may be replaced, especially in low-skills or repeat jobs.

Pressure to change careers: Changing careers requires time, resources and high adaptability - this can cause difficulties for many workers.

Increased inequality: Employees who do not have access to education or training are at risk of being left behind.

Necessary actions

Enterprises need to invest in training and improving skills for employees to make the most of the cooperation between humans and machines.

The government needs to develop policies to support education, vocational training and social protection to minimize the negative impacts of automation.

Workers need to proactively learn and adapt to changes to maintain competitiveness.

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