Are we nearly there yet? New technology adoption and labor demand in Peru
Science and Public Policy
; 2023.
Article
in English
| Web of Science | ID: covidwho-2310168
ABSTRACT
Forecasts about the effects of new technologies on labor demand are generally pessimistic. However, little is known about the current level of technology adoption and its effect on labor demand, particularly in developing countries. This paper exploits a national representative employer survey and administrative data from Peru to offer empirical evidence in this regard. Our results show that the adoption of new technologies by firms is still incipient in the country. However, when adopted, they slightly reduce the demand for workers in the medium term, particularly those in high-skilled and non-routine occupations, with a temporary job contract, and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Web of Science
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South America
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Peru
Language:
English
Journal:
Science and Public Policy
Year:
2023
Document Type:
Article
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