Work and AI 2030 (PDF)

In ten years, working with artificial intelligence (AI) will be just as much a part of our everyday lives as using a cell phone is today. 78 recognized experts from the worlds of practice and research provide deep insights and outlooks regarding the influence of AI on everyday working life in 2030, explaining with practical tips how you can prepare for this development.

The 41 concise articles cover a broad spectrum in each area examined. Their standardized structure offers a summary of the status quo, concrete examples, future expectations, an overview of challenges and possible solutions, and practical tips.

The volume begins with societal and ethical issues before discussing legal considerations for employers and HR professionals, as well as those working in the judicial system. The other chapters examine the impact of AI on the world of work in 2030 in the sectors of business, industry, mobility and logistics, medicine and pharmaceuticals, and (further) education.

The editors

Inka Knappertsbusch is a lawyer in the area of labor and employment law and employee data protection at the international law firm CMS Germany. She is passionate about hot topics of the future such as the impact of legal tech and artificial intelligence on the employment relationship. Her clients include international corporations as well as medium-sized companies.

Kai Gondlach holds a degree in sociology, political/administrative science and futurology. His research centers on three areas in particular: digitalization & AI, working environments & education, and climate & sustainability. The results inspire his keynote lectures, scientific papers, his podcast as well as his own blog.