Workplace Transformation: Experts Predict Changes Over 20 Years

Experts predict significant changes in the workplace over the next 20 years, primarily driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and quantum computing. According to a report from the Journal, AI is already performing tasks previously assigned to newly minted college graduates, and it will increasingly reshape managerial roles, business measurements, and project timelines.

Alan Guarino, vice chairman and CEO of board services at Korn Ferry, envisions a future where employees and AI collaborate seamlessly, enabling quicker completion of tasks that currently take months. This shift may render many middle management roles obsolete, with leaders focusing on guiding teams that include both people and intelligent systems.

Emotional intelligence will remain crucial, with leaders who blend empathy and technological proficiency likely to thrive. Peter Fasolo, a former executive at Johnson & Johnson, highlights a demographic shift that will reduce the available workforce in regions like Europe, Japan, and the U.S., necessitating investment in vocational training over traditional college education.

Companies must evolve into training environments, fostering skill-based development to sustain competitive employees.