Generation Tech : technological dimensions as predictors of job insecurity for the Arab workforce.

Abstract

Technology is advancing at an exponential pace. Jobs are becoming redundant, and machines, applications, and systems are replacing workers. At the same time, new jobs are being created, and new knowledge, skills, and abilities are being sought after. This research examined the extent to which workers in the Arab world are fearing job loss due to technology, and investigated the impact of age, technological proficiency, level of tech adoption on the job, perceived ease of use of technology, and two personality traits on job insecurity due to technology. We adopted a cross-sectional study (N= 341) using a questionnaire that was administered on a sample of the Arab workforce comprised of Millenials and Generation Xers currently employed. The findings of this paper indicate that age is not a predictor of job insecurity due to technology. The findings also indicated several significant relationships between the dimensions listed above and reported job insecurity. This study adds value to the field by providing insight to organizations and individuals on the reality of technology readiness and adoption as well as proposing several future directions for studies on the topic of technology and the Arab world.