Many large economies across the globe are experiencing or will experience labor shortages over the next decade. How can countries address these gaps, and to what extent can artificial intelligence (AI) and immigration solve the workforce crisis?
Join Steve Odland and guest Dana Peterson, Chief Economist and Leader, Economy, Strategy & Finance Center, to find out about the current state of global labor markets, the impact of an aging population, and potential solutions to labor shortages.
00:00 Introduction and Setup
00:40 Welcome to C Suite Perspectives
01:11 Global Labor Market Outlook
02:12 Aging Population and Labor Shortages
05:23 Impact of Immigration on Labor Markets
08:30 AI and Automation in the Workforce
10:15 Regional Labor Market Differences
15:43 Solutions to Labor Shortages
18:21 Engaging the Domestic Workforce
29:49 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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