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Ms. Collison
English Language Arts
5 Jun 2020
Robot Labour

It is often believed that A.I are unpredictable, invasive, and uncontrollable and will seize too much power over human life. Although these beliefs cannot be confirmed, it is true that robots are colonizing industries and replacing many workers in the manufacturing and industrial sectors of the workforce. Many companies now use robots instead of having to hire new employees. Continually growing more advanced and sufficient, robots replace tedious human jobs with their precision and consistency, offering far more benefits than downsides.

People argue that machines will eliminate all future jobs for people because they will take over all employment. However, this belief is false - robots create more opportunities for people to work. Manufacturing robots is a large occupation for people to take on - in order to create a functional industrial robot, many workers are necessary for many different aspects of the industry. Numerous diverse professions are required, and as more complex types of robots develop, more workers are required to manufacture and test them. In addition, the production of machines offers many jobs to youth that don't require several years of education. "In a report published Wednesday, the organization said that the rise of machines and automation would eliminate a huge 85 million jobs by 2025. But at the same time, the WEF expects 97 million new jobs to be created, meaning an overall addition of 12 million jobs" (Browne). The indications reveal that the addition of robots creates more jobs than removing them. Another argument against industrial robots is that they are very costly to buy. They are indeed very expensive - however, not nearly as expensive as hiring and paying a workforce of people. "Once a company has invested in replacing a worker with a robot it's unlikely the firm will ever rehire for that role. Robots are more expensive to create and integrate into businesses but once they are up and running, robots are typically cheaper than human workers" (Thomas). Clearly, robots have an overall lower cost to maintain and operate. The investment of machinery replacing jobs will ultimately benefit companies. Doubts harbored regarding robots in industries are common, even despite the numerous advantages. One of these advantages is the removal of the hiring process.

It has become harder to hire people during the pandemic and use their help with new covid restrictions and regulations. However, robots do not need to refuel their energy and work for more prolonged periods than humans. They also offer greater consistency, making them more reliable than human employees. "This pandemic has created a very strong incentive to automate the work of human beings … Machines don't fall ill, they don't need to isolate to protect peers, they don't need to take time off work" (Boudreau). As the evidence states, humans bear many issues, particularly during the pandemic, that decrease work efficiency. In contrast, we do not need to concern ourselves with robots falling ill, or their mental health, or social distancing. Furthermore, when hiring employees, certain job criteria must be met, adding difficulty to the process. To obtain robots, employers simply must purchase the correct type they are looking for. During Covid-19, many people refrain from working at places with lots of human interactions. Robots do not have chances of getting ill or need to be interviewed, saving a lot of time and energy into finding the right applicants. "Many benefits of robots seem to be most noticeable in productivity, safety, and in saving time and money" (RobotWorx). Machines are more efficient for industries - they are capable of multitasking and performing tasks that one human could not do alone and are far easier to "hire" without complications. The opportunities can vary from effectiveness to consistency and safety.

The advantage of robots in an industrial setting is evident during complicated jobs like surgery, where robots can handle tools with precision beyond the human hand. Machines eliminate human error, removing accidents and various factors that lead to an unsuccessful surgery. Robotic surgery allows surgeons to perform complex surgical tasks through tiny incisions using robotic technology. "That next level of assistance allows intricate surgical feats to be performed without the surgeon worrying that their hands might slip or their grip falter — a positive development, given that mistakes by clinicians lead to more than 200,000 US deaths each year" (Svoboda). Being informed that someone you loved has passed away can be one of the most painful moments in your life. With the help of robot technology, hospitals prevent accidents that lead to over 200000 deaths by human error. In addition, being treated by a robot is less painful than treatment from a human, as they deal less damage to the body with smaller, more precise incisions that humans cannot perform. "Compared to open surgery (traditional surgery with incisions), robotic and minimally invasive surgery results in smaller incisions resulting in less pain and scarring" (MedStar Health). It is agreed that painless, efficient surgery is a goal we strive to achieve, and with robot surgeries, it is possible. In the medical field, robots bring many advantages, as they can perform tasks with an inhuman level of precision, increasing the safety and well-being of patients.

In conclusion, incorporating robots into the workforce harbors more benefits than disadvantages. For starters, robots create new high-paying jobs for people while covering labor-intensive work. Companies that involve robots are evidently more profitable than companies without. As they are more accurate and consistent, robots will reduce accidents in all areas. Employers will no longer concern themselves with hiring and taking care of employees.















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Thomas, Z. (2020, April 18). Coronavirus: Will Covid-19 speed up the use of robots to replace human workers? BBC News. https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-52340651.

“Minimally Invasive or Laparoscopic: Benefits of Robotic Surgery.” MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, www.medstarfranklinsquare.org/our-services/surgical-services/treatments/robotic-surgery/benefits-of-robotic-surgery/.
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Barden, J., 2017. The Pros and Cons of Having Robots in the Workplace. [online] Zippia For

<https://www.zippia.com/employer/the-pros-and-cons-of-having-robots-in-the-workplace/>

Barden, J., 2017. The Pros and Cons of Having Robots in the Workplace. [online] Zippia For

<https://www.zippia.com/employer/the-pros-and-cons-of-having-robots-in-the-workplace/>


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